Overview
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Equans is a renowned energy services contractor and a member of the Bouygues group. We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer interested in decarbonisation projects to join our Carbon Shift business unit. Our Carbon Shift consulting work focuses on delivering climate action and net zero plans, supported by capabilities in heat decarbonisation, regeneration, facilities management, project delivery, EVs, smart buildings and renewables. Carbon Shift has built strong expertise and a client base around net zero and energy transition and is expanding to address broader climate adaptation and resilience challenges.
Responsibilities
* Prepare electrical design solutions for retrofit decarbonisation projects, new-build energy centres and heat networks, taking a RIBA 1 brief to RIBA 4 technical design.
* Carry out electrical load assessments and size switchgear, distribution systems and equipment.
* Perform calculations using proprietary software and understand various installation and reference methods used in calculations.
* Prepare design models using proprietary design software, such as AutoCAD and REVIT.
* Utilise application-specific software, such as PVSyst and Dialux.
* Prepare calculations and engineering analyses to validate simulation models, confirm design requirements and performance.
* Work within a multidisciplinary design team, collaborating with mechanical, structural/civil, architectural, energy and specialist designers to produce coordinated designs.
* Support market research to identify new and emerging technology/design innovations and assess their suitability for projects.
* Support technical options appraisals to qualify/quantify best available techniques for low-carbon systems.
* Prepare design/functional specifications and contribute to tender scopes.
* Lead/contribute to Design Stage Reports and associated customer-facing documents.
* Undertake Designer Risk Assessments to identify and minimise health, safety and environmental risks.
* Understand and comply with statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements applicable to design, with support from colleagues.
* Account for physical and environmental constraints associated with design processes and outputs.
* Prepare and process Distribution Network Operator applications.
* Where applicable, work alongside BIM specialists to provide relevant modelling/design information.
* Undertake non-invasive engineering surveys to support and validate design processes and interpret survey information accordingly.
* Provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* An advanced understanding of low-voltage electrical systems design.
* Good knowledge of British Standards, design guides and the Building Regulations.
* Good knowledge of BS 7671 and IET technical guidance notes.
* Aware of health and safety and CDM regulations.
* Ability to produce schematic layouts and single-line diagrams for electrical systems from concept to detailed design (with assistance from senior engineers).
* Knowledge of lighting, small power/switchgear, data, fire alarm, security and access control systems relevant to the role.
* Aware of stakeholder involvement within the project life cycle.
* Aware of environmental, cultural and health and safety considerations in design.
* Able to prepare draft specifications, stage reports and tender documentation.
* Competent in AutoCAD and REVIT; proficient with standard Microsoft Office products.
* Understanding of environmental factors affecting electrical design.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
What can we offer you?
* 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
* 5% bonus
* Private health insurance
* Life cover equivalent to 2x annual salary
* Employee discount shopping schemes
* Gym membership discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Holiday purchase scheme
* 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
* Learning opportunities and training support
* Employee referral rewards scheme
* Access to employee networks (WiE, RISE, LGBTQI+, Working Parents, etc.)
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees in 50+ countries, turnover >€17 billion. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS provides technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. Our 13,500 UK & Ireland employees help organisations transition to net zero and embrace digital and industrial transitions.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest, please register and apply to track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, in line with our Equal Employment Opportunity policy. We will consider candidates who may not meet all technical requirements if they can demonstrate transferable skills supporting flexible working.
At Equans we are committed to a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. Diversity and inclusion are central to our values, and you will have access to our growing employee networks and wellbeing resources.
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