Senior Electrical Design Engineer

An established and growing Building Services contractor is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join its in-house design team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to play a key role in the design and delivery of complex MEP projects across a range of sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, industrial, and data centres.

You will be responsible for leading electrical design activities from concept through to construction, working closely with clients, consultants, project teams, and supply chain partners to deliver innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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 where required.
• Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers within the design team.

Requirements

Essential

• Degree, HNC, or HND qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• 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.
• Proficient in industry software such as:
• AutoCAD
• Revit MEP
• Amtech/Trimble ProDesign
• Dialux or Relux
• BIM software platforms
• Strong knowledge of:
• BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations
• Building Regulations
• CIBSE Guidance
• British Standards
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Pension contribution.
• Ongoing training and professional development.