Engineering Technician

Introduction & Key Role Objectives

WJ Groundwater is the leading construction dewatering and groundwater specialist in the UK with operations in Canada, the Middle East, Poland & the Philippines. We have specialized plant and equipment that allows us to install custom dewatering systems in various environments including from within tunnels and shafts and from the surface. Our current portfolio of projects covers everything from large infrastructure (heavy civil works) to residential developments, and small-scale dewatering solutions in hard-to-access areas.

It is critical that our dewatering systems’ performance is carefully observed, and any failures in the system are caught quickly. The Engineering Technician acts as the key point of contact for the development and maintenance of the monitoring systems and ensures our monitoring systems are providing vital system performance information.

We are dedicated to fostering the growth and development of our employees. We provide extensive internal and external training programs, continuous learning opportunities, and clear career advancement paths to help our team members achieve their full potential. By promoting a supportive and dynamic environment, we ensure our employees thrive and contribute to our company's ongoing success and innovation.

Reports to Dewatering Division Manager

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot electronic monitoring systems for dewatering operations.
• Perform diagnostics and debugging of system faults, ensuring electronic components and circuits are fully operational.
• Analyze sensor data and calibrate electronic instruments to optimize monitoring accuracy.
• Troubleshoot issues in the monitoring system to find and correct the point of failure.
• Debug issues in system code.
• Build dashboards using drag-and-drop dashboard developer.
• Perform electronic repairs on system components, including soldering and troubleshooting PCB-based monitoring devices.
• Maintain continuous communication with Project Managers to keep them updated of system status, implement any changes they require, and insure effective tracking of dewatering systems. 
• Monitor the performance of dewatering systems; make recommendations for optimizing monitoring system performance.
• Undertake GEO-Physical Surveys using Gamma Logging Equipment. Manage the transportation, set-up, removal, and maintenance of Gamma Logging Equipment.
• Collect and process data to compile into reports for hydrogeology analysis by Project Managers.
• Commission automation systems for rain/discharge management.
• Deliver a high quality 'right-first time' approach to all operations activities.
• Be responsible for your own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with current construction guidance and relevant legislation. 
  

The above is not exhaustive and you will be expected to undertake any other duties that may reasonably fall within the level of responsibility and competence.

Qualifications & Experience

• A motivated and hardworking individual with good written and communication skills is essential.
  
• A diploma or certificate in electronic or instrumentation and control technician (or relevant discipline). 
• A minimum of 3 years experience as a Monitoring or similar onsite Technician in the construction industry and with a range of equipment.  
• Ability to troubleshoot nodes, cables, and sensors, solder wires, and work with a multimeter.
• Basic understanding of Java or similar coding languages.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to work unsupervised.
• Experience in dewatering is considered an asset.
• You will be required to travel between job sites throughout your workday. A valid G license is required. 

Working Conditions

Responsibilities will be divided approximately 90% on-site and 10% in the office. Our construction sites can be difficult to access. Comfort with working in all weather conditions, on heavy industrial construction sites, and within confined spaces is essential.

Standard working hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility needed. Occasional flexibility in working hours may be required.

Accessibility & Accommodation

WJ Groundwater is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This is an existing position and all applications are reviewed by our hiring team. AI is not used in the screening or selection process.