Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Bicester
We are RED, an expanding international M&E consultancy with a proven track record in low energy design, focusing on excellent design solutions and zero carbon-built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of building projects to save our clients time, money and effort.
Based in our Bicester office, you will be a fully experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer with a minimum of seven years’ industry experience, leading medium to large sized projects and undertaking a client‑facing role in the development, design and coordination of engineering projects.
Role Responsibilities
* Run large projects; undertake client‑facing roles in development, design and coordination of electrical installation services for various building types.
* Develop and specify controls, instruments and operating systems for all building engineering services.
* Survey, test and carry out dilapidation reports on existing installations.
* Specify activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements.
* Make day‑to‑day decisions on project progress and liaise directly with and advise the client.
* Represent the company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors.
* Ensure engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards.
* Lead coordination of engineering services.
* Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions.
Role Requirements
* BSc/BEng or equivalent engineering degree.
* MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus relevant experience, or equivalent.
* Working towards Chartered Eng status.
* Significant experience of specification design for several building types.
* Sound knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
* Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
* Ability to use IT‑based calculation and spreadsheet software.
* Good understanding of BS standards, UK regulations and codes.
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
* Managerial and presentation skills.
* Support delivery of projects in accordance with RED Project Delivery Process from the perspectives of Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review.
* Background in consulting or construction preferred.
* Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.
* Act in an ethical manner following the group’s Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines.
Benefits
* 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days over five years of service.
* Holiday purchase and buy‑back scheme.
* Hybrid working.
* Contributory company pension scheme.
* Healthcare scheme (company funded cover depends on level).
* Non‑contractual bonus awards.
* Training sponsorship.
* Charity volunteering leave.
* Wellness days and initiatives.
* Salary commensurate with experience.
* Friendly team environment with collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.
* Comprehensive benefits package and equal opportunities employer.
* Right to live & work in the UK without restrictions.
Company Information
RED is a company of Tractebel.
Business Unit: Tractebel; Division: Tractebel Div2; Legal Entity: RED ENGINEERING DESIGN LIMITED; Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 <15 years ); Education Level: Other; Company: RED.
Seniority level
Mid-senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industry
Utilities
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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