Building Services Electrical Design Engineer

Bluestream People; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the City of London is seeking a Building Services Electrical Design Engineer. In this role, you will design electrical systems for infrastructure projects, prepare calculations, and support contract administration. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and a strong understanding of electrical principles and software tools. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Health insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive office culture with free refreshments

Qualifications

• Certified electrician with experience in electrical design principles.
• Knowledge of HV/LV systems and lighting.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of electrical systems for major infrastructure projects.
• Prepare design calculations and technical documentation.
• Support contract administration and site surveys.

Skills

Certified electrician (e.g., City & Guilds 2396)

Solid understanding of electrical design principles

Knowledge of HV/LV systems

Familiarity with ETAP

Self-motivated

Strong problem-solving skills

Passion for continuous learning

Tools

ETAP

DIALux

Trimble

Job description

Join our growing Mechanical & Electrical division as a Building Services Electrical Design Engineer and take on a hands-on role that offers full project lifecycle exposure—from feasibility and design through to site surveys and contract support.

Working across industrial and infrastructure projects, you’ll use leading design software such as ETAP, Trimble, and DIALux to deliver innovative, sustainable electrical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of electrical systems for major infrastructure projects

• Prepare design calculations, feasibility reports, and technical documentation

• Support contract administration and carry out site surveys

• Deliver designs for LV/HV systems, lighting, earthing, and other electrical components

• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop efficient, future-focused design solutions

Experience & Skills

• Certified electrician (e.g., City & Guilds 2396)

• Solid understanding of electrical design principles (practical experience advantageous)

• Knowledge of HV/LV systems, lighting, earthing, and electrical theory

• Familiarity with software such as ETAP, DIALux, and Trimble

• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

• Passion for continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Health insurance & critical illness salary protection

• Enhanced pension scheme & sick leave

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Supportive, friendly office culture with perks including free tea/coffee/fruit/biscuits and regular company events

Bluestream People are an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an as an Employment Business for temporary / contract recruitment.