Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location - Portsmouth, with occasional travel to client sites across the UK.
Salary - Negotiable depending on experience
Please note - To be successful in this role, you will need to be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team delivering complex and high-profile design projects across sectors such as Defence, Building Infrastructure and Commercial.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong design experience who enjoys leading technical projects from concept through to completion. You’ll play a key part in developing safe, efficient, and sustainable electrical systems that meet both client and regulatory standards.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and deliver electrical design projects from initial concept to final handover.
* Produce and review schematics, calculations, and layouts using modern design tools.
* Ensure all work meets UK standards and regulations (BS7671, Building Regs, MOD JSPs, etc.).
* Work closely with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure seamless delivery.
* Carry out site visits, surveys, and risk assessments.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
* Support tender and bid submissions with technical input.
* Oversee testing, commissioning, and handover stages.
About You
* Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
* Ideally Chartered or working towards professional registration (IET preferred).
* Around 5+ years’ experience in electrical design across multiple sectors.
* Confident using tools like AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech, and Dialux.
* Strong communicator with great stakeholder management skills.
* Able to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines