Associate Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services
📍 Oxfordshire (Hybrid)
💼 Full-Time
💰 Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus + Benefits
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Lead with Purpose in a People-First Consultancy
An established building services consultancy with a strong commitment to sustainability and technical excellence is looking to appoint an Associate Electrical Design Engineer in their Oxfordshire office.
This is a leadership role—ideal for someone who not only wants to deliver great design work, but also mentor others, shape projects at a strategic level, and influence the future direction of a growing, design-led business.
You’ll work in a consultancy known for its low-carbon design ethos, Passivhaus credentials, and collaborative partnerships with architects, developers, and forward-thinking clients.
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Your Role in the Business
* Lead the electrical discipline on high-performance building services projects across education, residential, heritage, and science sectors
* Take ownership of design quality, from early-stage feasibility through to construction and post-occupancy
* Act as a mentor and technical guide to junior and intermediate engineers, creating a culture of development and collaboration
* Represent the business at a senior level in client meetings, design workshops, and project reviews
* Work closely with the mechanical, sustainability, and BIM teams to deliver coordinated and compliant MEP designs
* Contribute to strategic planning, team resourcing, and client development
* Help drive innovation in sustainable technologies and low-energy system design
* Engage in continuous improvement of internal processes, QA procedures, and design standards
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What You Bring
* A degree (or equivalent) in Electrical or Building Services Engineering
* Strong understanding of electrical systems in buildings: power, lighting, life safety, data, controls, etc.
* Up-to-date with UK standards (BS 7671), building regs, CIBSE guides, and sustainability frameworks (e.g. Passivhaus, BREEAM)
* Confidence leading teams and managing client relationships
* Competency in design tools: AutoCAD, Revit (desirable), Amtech, Dialux/Relux
* Chartered or actively working towards CEng status
* A clear communicator with a strategic mindset and a collaborative approach
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Why You’ll Thrive Here
* Hybrid working with a welcoming Oxfordshire office and flexibility built on trust
* Work on nationally recognised sustainable design projects, including certified Passivhaus schemes
* Be part of a business that believes in hands-on leadership, open dialogue, and long-term partnerships
* Grow into a senior leadership position with direct influence on the team and the business
* Benefits include:
o 28 days holiday + bank holidays
o Private medical insurance
o 8% employer pension contribution
o Life insurance
o Annual bonus scheme
o Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes
o Training budget and chartership support
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Sound Like a Good Fit?
If you’re a technically strong engineer ready to lead, inspire, and shape the future of sustainable building design—this is the perfect opportunity to take that step.
Apply now for a confidential conversation.