Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer

Role Overview

An established building services consultancy is looking after an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer to join its Edinburgh office. The role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK, supporting senior engineers in the design and delivery of high-quality electrical building services solutions.

You will contribute to electrical design from concept through to construction, working collaboratively with mechanical engineers, architects, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical building services systems, including:
• Power distribution
• Lighting and lighting controls
• Emergency lighting
• Small power and data systems
• Fire alarm and life safety systems
• Produce technical calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications
• Support delivery of projects through all RIBA stages
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations (BS 7671, CIBSE, Building Regulations)
• Coordinate with internal and external design teams
• Attend project and design team meetings as required
• Support site inspections, surveys, and responses to contractor queries
• Contribute to continuous improvement of technical standards and processes

Skills & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Typically 2–5 years’ experience in electrical building services design
• Working knowledge of UK building services standards and regulations
• Experience using industry software such as:
• AutoCAD / Revit
• Electrical calculation tools (e.g. Amtech, Dialux, Relux or similar)
• Ability to work independently on defined tasks with support from senior engineers
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive approach to learning and professional development

Desirable

• Progress toward or interest in Chartered Engineer (CEng or IEng) status
• Experience across a range of sectors (commercial, residential, education, healthcare, etc.)
• Familiarity with sustainable design and low-carbon technologies

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Structured support toward professional accreditation
• Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects
• Supportive team environment with clear career progression