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About the Role
An established and growing Building Services contractor seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join its in-house design team. This role involves leading the design and delivery of complex MEP projects across various sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, industrial, and data centers. The engineer will collaborate with clients, consultants, and project teams to provide innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead electrical design activities from concept through to construction.
- Lead the design and coordination of electrical building services systems across multiple projects.
- Produce and review detailed electrical designs, calculations, specifications, schedules, and technical reports.
- Design and coordinate systems including LV Power Distribution, Small Power Installations, Lighting and Emergency Lighting, Fire Alarm Systems, Security and Access Control Systems, Data and Communication Systems, Lightning Protection Systems, Earthing and Bonding, and Renewable Energy Technologies.
- Develop designs through all project stages from concept to construction.
- Ensure designs comply with current Building Regulations, British Standards, IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671), and client requirements.
- Undertake electrical calculations including load assessments, cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, fault level studies, discrimination and coordination studies, and lighting calculations.
- Coordinate designs with mechanical, public health, structural, and architectural disciplines.
- Attend client, consultant, and project meetings as the lead electrical design representative.
- Provide technical support to project managers, commercial teams, procurement teams, and site delivery teams.
- Review subcontractor and supplier technical submissions.
- Identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining design integrity and compliance.
- Support tender submissions and pre-construction activities.
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers within the design team.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Electrical Building Services Design.
- Proven experience delivering electrical designs on commercial and industrial projects.
- Strong understanding of LV electrical systems and building services infrastructure.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Skills
- Proficient in industry software such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Amtech/Trimble ProDesign, Dialux or Relux, and BIM software platforms.
- Strong knowledge of BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, Building Regulations, CIBSE Guidance, and British Standards.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Location
- UK
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
- Minimum 5 years' experience
Education Level
- Degree, HNC, or HND qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary package
Benefits
- Company car or car allowance
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Pension contribution
- Ongoing training and professional development
About the Company
- An established and growing Building Services contractor.