Electrical Design Engineer Our client is a Building Services consultancy based in Nottingham, and has a client base across the NHS, leisure and retail sectors, emergency services, and local authorities, this firm specializes in both mechanical and electrical design engineering across the UK and Europe.
Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.
About the Role As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key part in a multidisciplinary project team, contributing to a variety of construction projects. Your work will span the full project lifecycle, from concept through to delivery.
Key Responsibilities Produce designs, calculations, specifications, and tender documents for electrical services
Ensure compliance with current regulations and industry standards
Coordinate with internal disciplines and external specialists
Conduct feasibility studies and prepare detailed cost estimates
Support regulatory compliance, including Building Regulations Part L and BREEAM
Collaborate with mechanical and energy engineers to deliver low-energy design solutions
Attend design and project meetings as a representative of the team
Produce specifications, equipment schedules, and fully coordinated design drawings (RIBA Stage 5)
Perform site inspections and prepare reports
Deliver technically sound and commercially viable solutions
Prepare technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation
Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and contractors
About You Were looking for a proactive and experienced engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have:
Essential Criteria Minimum 5 years experience in electrical building services design (inc. emergency lighting and fire alarms)
Strong understanding of BS7671
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Dialux, Relux, Amtech and/or Hevacomp
Background in design consultancy or contracting
Experience in general building electrical services
HNC or equivalent qualification
Full UK driving licence
Strong experience in both detail and performance electrical design
A client-facing, confident personality with strong communication skills
Desirable Criteria Experience with Revit MEP or MagiCAD
Member (or working towards membership) of IET or CIBSE
Strong time and project management skills
Experience in SAP/SBEM and LZC (Low Zero Carbon) reporting
Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Stakeholder Pension Scheme
Private healthcare
Competitive salary
Flexible working hours
Structured pathway to Chartered Engineer status
This role also includes involvement in delivering environmental and sustainability advice across various projects, including building energy performance, overheating analysis, daylight and natural ventilation design, sustainable systems, and materials use.
If you think this could be of interest to you or someone you know, please get in touch today and I would be happy to have a confidential conversation.
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