⚡Lead power and lighting design on nationally significant infrastructure projects.⚡
Our Client has a requirement for a Power & Lighting Engineer, at Senior or Principal level, who will be required to work on a contract basis in any of their key offices in Birmingham, London, Manchester, or Leeds (hybrid working available).
Role Purpose:
* Provide technical leadership on electrical and lighting design for major infrastructure works
* Deliver high-quality designs from feasibility through to construction support
* Ensure compliance with relevant UK regulations, standards, and best practice
Job Role Responsibilities:
* Act as technical lead within multidisciplinary design teams
* Produce electrical and lighting designs for feasibility, optioneering, planning and detailed design stages
* Undertake site surveys (day and night) to inform design development
* Prepare technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation
* Support environmental, economic, and business case assessments with technical inputs
* Manage programme activities and monitor design costs
* Liaise with clients, utility providers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
* Contribute to sustainable infrastructure solutions, including EV charging and lighting systems
Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:
* Strong experience working to British electrical and lighting standards (BS5489, BS EN 13201, BS7671)
* Experience of lighting and electrical design for road and transport environments
* Proficient in lighting and electrical design software (Lighting Reality, DIALux, Amtech)
* Excellent technical report writing and documentation skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams
* Proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Company information:
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Power & Lighting Engineer looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.