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Posted 07 August, 2026

Electrical Engineer - Pump Systems

EW Recruitment Limited
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer – Pump Systems

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Location: Flexible / Field-Based

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Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

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We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in submersible pump systems to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on role involving the installation, maintenance, fault finding, commissioning, and repair of electrical systems associated with submersible pumps across a range of industrial, water, wastewater, and commercial sites.

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The successful candidate will have excellent electrical fault-finding skills, experience working with three-phase equipment, and a solid understanding of pump control systems and automation.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Install, commission, maintain and repair submersible pump systems.
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  • Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults on pumping equipment.
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  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown work.
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  • Test, inspect and certify electrical installations in accordance with current regulations.
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  • Work on single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
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  • Install and maintain motor control centres (MCCs), control panels and pump control equipment.
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  • Fault find on PLC-controlled systems and pump automation where applicable.
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  • Configure and commission variable speed drives (VSDs) and soft starters.
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  • Carry out motor replacements, alignment and commissioning.
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  • Perform electrical testing including insulation resistance, continuity and earth fault testing.
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  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
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  • Complete service reports and maintenance documentation accurately.
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  • Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
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  • Participate in emergency call-out rota where required.
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Essential Skills & Experience

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  • Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer working on submersible pumps.
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  • Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
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  • Experience working with wastewater, sewage or clean water pumping systems
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