Electrical Design Engineer (Decarbonisation & Energy Solutions)
Full‑time role based in Manchester. On offer: competitive salary, company vehicle, and benefits package.
What will you deliver?
Electrical Design & Engineering
* Assist with electrical system designs across all RIBA stages, including low‑carbon energy solutions (power distribution, solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, smart controls for heat pumps, and other sustainable retrofit measures for commercial, public‑sector and mixed‑use buildings).
* Practical experience or a keen interest in solar PV design, including ground‑mounted systems and building‑integrated solutions (BIPV).
* Produce design drawings, schematics and calculations under supervision.
* Develop load assessments, lighting design, cable calculations, and equipment schedules.
* Proficient in AutoCAD; willingness to develop strong Revit/BIM capability.
* Support coordination of BIM and CAD‑based design processes.
Project & Technical Support
* Assist in preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications, and schedules.
* Participate in design team meetings, capturing key actions and learning opportunities.
* Support risk reviews, design updates, and supplier engagement.
* Provide technical input during procurement and early‑stage contractor liaison.
* Support internal teams with planning and funding application inputs.
* Identify design risks and contribute to risk mitigation strategies and the design risk register.
* Collaborate closely with senior engineers for mentoring and guidance.
* Participate in design workshops and CPD sessions.
* Support knowledge‑sharing within the team and adopt best practices.
* Liaise with design and project delivery teams to ensure smooth progression into delivery.
Team Development & Collaboration
* Collaborate closely with senior engineers for mentoring and guidance.
* Participate in design workshops and CPD sessions.
* Support knowledge‑sharing within the team and adopt best practices.
* Liaise with design and project delivery teams to ensure smooth progression into delivery.
What can we offer you?
* 24 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
* Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
* Gym membership discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Holiday purchase scheme
* 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
* A broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
* Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
* Access to our growing employee networks
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app
Who are you?
Experience
* Experience in electrical services design, typically gained over several years
* Previous participation in multidisciplinary project teams
* Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation, or low‑carbon projects preferred
* Solid understanding of electrical systems
* Awareness of low‑carbon technologies (heat pumps, BMS, district heating)
* Basic knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., CIBSE, PAS 2035, MCS, Building Safety Act, and UK building regulations)
* Competence with BIM/CAD tools and energy modelling software
Who are we?
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting‑edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government accelerate the transition to a low‑carbon, resilient world. Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on five continents and a turnover of €19.2 billion in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.
Our ambition
At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus. We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another, collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers’ needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
Diversity & Inclusion
As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.
We’ll also provide you with access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
Work‑rights & relocation
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
Recruitment process
The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the Resourcing Team and not directly to Equans Managers.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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