Electrical Design Engineer

Salary/Rate:£38,000-£50,000
Discipline:Electrical
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:London
County:London
Job ref:JOB 2572
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About the Role

Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer

Location: London

We are currently recruiting for an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading building services consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across the built environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise while working on a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. You will join a collaborative and supportive team environment where professional development, sustainability, and technical excellence are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer, you will be involved in the design and delivery of electrical building services systems across all project stages, from initial concept through to completion. Working closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the development of high-quality, integrated engineering solutions for a range of complex and rewarding projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and specification of electrical building services systems, including:
    • Low voltage power distribution
    • Lighting and emergency lighting systems
    • Fire alarm and life safety systems
    • Data, communications and security systems
  • Produce technical calculations, reports and design specifications
  • Develop designs throughout all project stages from feasibility through to construction
  • Prepare and review technical drawings and BIM models using industry-standard software
  • Attend client, design team and project meetings
  • Undertake site inspections and monitor installation works
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards and best practice
  • Support the development of junior team members through collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • Contribute to sustainable and low-carbon design initiatives

About You

  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline
  • Experience working within a Building Services or MEP consultancy environment
  • Strong understanding of electrical building services design principles
  • Experience delivering projects across multiple RIBA stages
  • Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam and relevant electrical design software
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams
  • Working towards Chartered Engineer status or keen to pursue professional accreditation

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging and sustainable projects
  • Structured training, mentoring and support towards Chartership
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
  • Professional membership support
  • Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
  • Enhanced family leave and wellbeing benefits
  • Long-term career development within a highly respected consultancy

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