Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer Cambridge | Building Services Consultancy | Science, Research & Healthcare Projects

Are you a Senior Electrical Engineer looking for greater project ownership and the opportunity to lead the delivery of complex, high-profile developments?

We're partnering with an award-winning engineering consultancy that is investing heavily in the growth of its Cambridge team.

Due to continued project wins, they're looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design packages across some of the UK's most prestigious Science & Research, Healthcare and Commercial developments.

This role would suit someone who enjoys combining technical excellence with client engagement, project leadership and team development.

The Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take responsibility for leading projects and managing the electrical discipline from concept design through to project completion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading electrical design delivery on complex building projects.
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
• Taking ownership of project programmes, budgets and technical outputs.
• Producing and reviewing electrical calculations, specifications and reports.
• Coordinating with internal multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Overseeing contractor design information and site activities.
• Supporting testing, commissioning and final project handovers.
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• Contributing to business development and future project opportunities.

About You

• Degree qualified in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Significant experience within a Building Services consultancy.
• Strong technical understanding of LV distribution, lighting, standby power and electrical infrastructure.
• Proven experience leading projects and coordinating teams.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Working towards or already holding CEng status.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage project risks and deliverables.

Why Apply?

• Lead landmark projects within the Science & Research and Healthcare sectors.
• Genuine opportunity to influence project delivery and team growth.
• Strong pathway towards Principal level.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• Excellent benefits package and professional development support.
• Join a business recognised for technical excellence, sustainability and employee development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Senior Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in their career while working on some of the most technically demanding projects in the UK.

About Energi People  
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