Associate Electrical Engineer

Matchtech Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is assisting a client in London to recruit an Associate Electrical Engineer for its Energy Solutions team. The role focuses on designing low‑carbon energy centres, private wire networks and resilient power distribution infrastructure for private sector clients.

You will lead 11kV and LV designs, design private wire networks and district energy schemes, and support electrical services for energy and power distribution projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Experience in electrical design within private sector and power distribution.
• Knowledge of 11kV and LV systems and decarbonisation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical designs for 11kV and LV systems from feasibility to construction.
• Design private wire networks and low-carbon energy centres.
• Support electrical services design for energy and power distribution projects.
• Conduct site surveys, quality audits, and assessments of facilities.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, schedules, specs, feasibility studies, reports.
• Produce CDM risk assessments and manage health and safety hazards.
• Review contractor design submissions and coordinate with clients and teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project relationships.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Associate Electrical Engineer

Our client is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to join its Energy Solutions team, supporting private sector clients with the design and delivery of low‑carbon energy centres, private wire networks and resilient power distribution infrastructure. This permanent role offers the opportunity to contribute to decarbonisation projects across buildings, communities, universities and healthcare estates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading electrical designs for 11kV and LV systems from feasibility through to construction
• Designing and developing private wire networks, low‑carbon energy centres and district energy schemes
• Supporting the design of electrical services for energy and power distribution projects
• Undertaking site surveys, quality audits and assessments of existing facilities
• Preparing engineering drawings, calculations, schedules, specifications, feasibility studies and technical reports
• Producing CDM risk assessments and ensuring health and safety hazards are identified and appropriately managed
• Reviewing contractor design submissions and coordinating with clients, contractors, manufacturers and multidisciplinary teams
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers while developing strong client relationships and taking responsibility for project management activities

Job Requirements:

• Relevant degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification and/or experience
• Experience in electrical design within private sector, private wire, distribution, transmission or power distribution environments
• Understanding of both 11kV and LV electrical systems and a desire to broaden HV and LV design expertise
• Knowledge of low‑carbon energy centres, district energy schemes or decarbonisation‑led infrastructure projects
• Ability to produce accurate technical drawings, calculations, specifications and reports
• Understanding of CDM responsibilities, health and safety risks and resilient infrastructure strategies
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, contractors and project teams
• CEng or IEng status is desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on landmark decarbonisation and Net Zero projects
• Access to a broad range of technical expertise and multidisciplinary project teams
• Training, guidance and professional development to support career progression
• Encouragement to take ownership of projects and build direct client relationships