Senior Electrical Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to work on complex MOD and defence projects. The role involves designing electrical systems, managing calculations, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have a relevant degree and significant experience in electrical design engineering. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and various benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy/sell extra holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Enhanced pension scheme

Equipment provided for remote work

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in electrical design engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Designing/specifying electrical building services systems.
• Conducting site surveys and inspections.
• Writing reports and technical notes.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Dialux

Amtech

Excel

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Glasgow

Our client is a well-established design consultancy with over 30 years of experience in building services, energy, sustainability, lifts, and IT fields, based in Glasgow's city centre.

Their team of experts covers all traditional building services elements, enhanced by their skillset in energy and sustainability with BREEAM accreditation.

The majority of their projects are intricate, complex, and unique MOD and defence contracts, requiring high standards of work across the board.

Due to the nature of their work, all candidates must hold or meet the criteria to obtain Security Clearance to MOD SC level.

Your new role

• Understanding project briefs and designing/specifying all electrical building services systems, including power, earthing, lighting, life safety, telecommunications, security, access control, lifts, lightning protection, etc.
• Carrying out (and managing others in) detailed calculations using industry-standard software such as Dialux, Amtech, Excel, etc.
• Representing the organization at meetings with clients and contractors.
• Conducting site surveys, inspections, and monitoring site works.
• Writing reports and technical notes.
• Maintaining complete records and archives according to company standards.
• Adhering to all quality, environmental, and health and safety processes.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in electrical design engineering on building services projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and building codes.
• Experience working in a design consultancy and/or within a contractor design environment is essential.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant technical standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What you'll get in return

• £48,000 to £52,000 annual salary (DOE)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual salary reviews
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy/sell extra holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Early finish on Fridays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Equipment provided for remote work