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.
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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