Associate Electrical Design Engineer

Pertemps TM; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable building services consultancy is seeking an Associate Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design on complex projects in Oxfordshire. This role requires ownership of the design process, mentoring of junior engineers, and collaboration with various teams to deliver innovative MEP solutions. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, strong knowledge of electrical systems, and be chartered or working towards chartership. Benefits include flexible hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

8% employer pension contribution

Life insurance

Annual bonus scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Training budget

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of power, lighting, fire safety, and controls.
• Up-to-date with UK standards including BS 7671.
• Excellent communicator with a hands-on leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design from feasibility to post-occupancy.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster growth.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on MEP designs.
• Represent consultancy at client meetings and reviews.
• Drive sustainability innovations in low-energy design.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical systems knowledge

Client management

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Chartered or working towards CEng status

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech

Dialux/Relux

Job description

Overview

Associate Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services – Location: Oxfordshire | Hybrid Working | Full-Time | Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus + Benefits

We are seeking an Associate Electrical Design Engineer to join a people-first, sustainability-focused building services consultancy in Oxfordshire. This is a leadership position for an experienced engineer who wants to take ownership of electrical design, mentor junior staff, and influence strategic decisions on high-performance, low-carbon projects. As an Associate Electrical Design Engineer, you will lead the electrical discipline across education, residential, heritage, and science sector projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically excellent and sustainable MEP solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design on complex building services projects, from early feasibility through construction and post-occupancy
• Mentor junior and intermediate engineers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with mechanical, sustainability, and BIM teams to ensure coordinated, compliant, and innovative MEP designs
• Represent the consultancy at client meetings, workshops, and project reviews
• Contribute to strategic planning, resourcing, and business development initiatives
• Drive innovation in sustainable technologies and low-energy system design
• Participate in continuous improvement of internal processes, QA procedures, and design standards

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical or Building Services Engineering
• Chartered or actively working towards CEng status (IET, CIBSE, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems: power, lighting, fire/life safety, data, and controls
• Up-to-date with UK standards: BS 7671, CIBSE guidance, building regulations, and sustainability frameworks such as Passivhaus and BREEAM
• Confident leader with client management experience and strategic thinking skills
• Proficient in design software: AutoCAD, Revit (desirable), Amtech, Dialux/Relux
• Excellent communicator with a collaborative approach and hands-on leadership style

Benefits

• Hybrid working with flexibility and a welcoming Oxfordshire office environment
• Work on nationally recognised sustainable projects, including certified Passivhaus schemes
• Hands-on leadership opportunities with direct influence on team culture and project delivery
• Benefits include:
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Private medical insurance
  • 8% employer pension contribution
  • Life insurance
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
  • Training budget and chartership support

Take the next step in your career as an Associate Electrical Design Engineer and lead the delivery of sustainable, high-performance building services projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers.