Overview
We are currently seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Blackburn to join a well-established electrical contractor with a strong in-house design capability and a steady pipeline of work across the North.
This is a role for someone who enjoys producing coordinated, buildable electrical designs and working closely with project teams to take solutions from early concept through to installation support and handover. For the right person, there is realistic scope to progress into an Electrical Design Manager position as your responsibilities and project ownership grow.
About the Company
Our client is a long-standing electrical contracting business delivering projects across the North-West and wider UK, with a reputation built on quality delivery and long-term client relationships.
They provide an integrated service from concept and design through to installation and ongoing support, making this a strong opportunity for a design engineer who values practical coordination and real project ownership.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Producing electrical building services designs from concept through to detailed design
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Designing systems including lighting, power, containment, small power, emergency lighting and fire alarm interfaces
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Completing calculations, equipment selection, schedules and specifications
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Coordinating with wider project teams to ensure designs are buildable and aligned to programme
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Supporting design and build activity, contributing to scope clarity, assumptions and technical submissions
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Attending design meetings and supporting technical queries through delivery
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Supporting commissioning readiness and ensuring documentation is completed to a high standard
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Maintaining tidy document control and working to agreed design QA procedures
Skills & Experience Required
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Proven experience in electrical building services design (contractor or consultancy background)
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Strong understanding of UK standards and regulations relevant to electrical design
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Confident producing coordinated designs and working through RIBA stages
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Competent with AutoCAD (Revit and BIM coordination experience beneficial)
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Strong communication skills and a practical, solutions-led mindset
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Organised approach to deadlines, documentation and stakeholder input
Benefits
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Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
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Car or car allowance plus benefits package
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Long-term, permanent opportunity with a stable pipeline and varied project exposure