Associate Electrical Design Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services consultancy in Oxfordshire is seeking an Associate Electrical Design Engineer for a leadership role. The position involves leading complex electrical design projects and mentoring junior engineers. Key qualifications include a degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering and strong knowledge of electrical systems and sustainability frameworks. Benefits include hybrid working, 28 days holiday, and an 8% employer pension contribution among others.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

8% employer pension contribution

Life insurance

Annual bonus scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Training budget and chartership support

Qualifications

• Experience leading electrical design on large projects.
• Knowledge of building regulations like BS 7671.
• Strong background in sustainable design and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design from feasibility to post-occupancy.
• Mentor junior engineers to foster professional growth.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for innovative solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical systems knowledge

Client management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Chartered or working towards CEng status

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech

Dialux/Relux

Job description

Associate Electrical Design Engineer - Building Services

Location: Oxfordshire | Hybrid Working | Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus + Benefits

About the Role

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.

Key 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

Candidate Profile

• 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

Why You’ll Thrive Here

Hybrid working with flexibility and a welcoming Oxfordshire office environment

Work on nationally recognized sustainable projects, including certified Passivhaus schemes

Hands‑on leadership opportunities with direct influence on team culture and project delivery

Benefits

• 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