Electrical Engineer

AECOM; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM’s Building Services Engineering team seeks an Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of international projects across multiple sectors, including commercial buildings, healthcare, aviation, and infrastructure.

The role focuses on designing MV/LV electrical systems, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers in a global project environment. The position operates in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering design for buildings and infrastructure.
• Proven experience in MV/LV electrical installations.
• Experience in sectors such as commercial, healthcare, aviation, industrial, transportation, or data center projects.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate MV/LV electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, emergency power, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Deliver electrical designs for a wide range of building and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and specialist disciplines.
• Support technical decision-making throughout project development and delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to quality assurance processes.
• Participate in client meetings, technical proposals, and project presentations.

Skills

MV/LV electrical systems

Electrical design

Building services design

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Mentoring juniors

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Caneco

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Dialux

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM's Building Services Engineering team is seeking a Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of international projects across multiple sectors, including commercial buildings, healthcare, aviation, industrial facilities, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate MV/LV electrical systems , including power distribution, lighting, emergency power, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Deliver electrical designs for a wide range of building and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and specialist disciplines.
• Support technical decision-making throughout project development and delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to quality assurance processes.
• Participate in client meetings, technical proposals, and project presentations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering design for buildings and infrastructure.
• Proven experience in MV/LV electrical installations.
• Experience in sectors such as commercial, healthcare, aviation, industrial, transportation, or data center projects.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.

Technical Knowledge

• MV/LV power distribution systems.
• Electrical load calculations and power system studies.
• Lighting and emergency lighting design.
• Backup power generation systems.
• Earthing and lightning protection.
• International electrical standards and codes.

Software Skills

Desirable experience with:

• ETAP / Caneco
• AutoCAD
• Revit MEP
• Dialux
• Microsoft Office

Ideal Candidate

A proactive and technically strong electrical engineer with solid design experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality engineering solutions within multidisciplinary and international project environments.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

Work Location Model: Hybrid

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.