Position: Senior Electrical Design EngineerLocation: Ipswich,
UK Salary:petitive + Benefits Contract
Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a dynamic and collaborative design team working across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead electrical design delivery from concept through topletion, contributing to high-quality, sustainable, and technically robust building solutions.
️ Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the design and specification of electrical building services systems including lighting, power, fire alarms, data, and security systems
2. Manage projects through RIBA Stages 1–6, ensuringpliance with relevant regulations and standards
3. Coordinate with internal disciplines (mechanical, architectural, structural) and external stakeholders (clients, contractors, consultants)
4. Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians within the team
5. Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections as required
6. Contribute to fee proposals, resource planning, and project programming
7. Ensure designs are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard
8. Support the development of sustainable and low-carbon design strategies
Qualifications & Experience
9. Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
10. Chartered or working toward CEng status with a relevant institution (, IET, CIBSE)
11. Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical building services design
12. Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, BS standards, and design codes
13. Proficient in designing software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech, and Dialux/Relux
14. Experience working on education, healthcare, residential, or public sector projects is advantageous.
15. Excellentmunication, leadership, and client-facing skills
Benefits Package
16. 8% employer pension contribution
17. 23 days annual leave + buy holiday scheme
18. Flexible working hours ( hours/day between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
19. Hybrid working – up to 2 days per week from home
20. Professional development and chartership support
21. Collaborative team culture and meaningful project work
If you're a passionate electrical engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a people-focused, design-led consultancy, we’d love to hear from you. #4739221 - Jack Downes