Electrical Design Engineer

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Basingstoke is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer for a contract position. You will work on a hybrid basis, contributing to various infrastructure projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and experience with electrical building services. Your responsibilities will include producing designs, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. A competitive day rate of £400 is offered, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with moderate to large-scale electrical building services projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical and safety standards.
• Ability to adapt to project changes and constraints.

Responsibilities

• Produce concise electrical system designs focusing on project layouts and specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient project progression.
• Assist in the construction phase by reviewing contractor submissions.

Skills

Project layouts design

Collaboration with teams

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Revit

Job description

Overview

Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy, on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work on a hybrid basis, from the client's Basingstoke office, 2-3 days a week. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of constructure, infrastructure, and property development projects as a valued member of a dynamic team of engineers and professionals.

Competitive day rate of £400 (depending on experience). Hybrid working arrangement (2-3 days on-site).

Responsibilities

• Produce concise electrical system designs focusing on project layouts, schematics, plant schedules, performance calculations, and specifications.
• Ensure all designs follow current regulations, standards, and building codes, and keep reports and documents up-to-date and accurate.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and clients to ensure the project is progressing efficiently and effectively.
• Assist in the construction phase by reviewing contractor submissions, settling design queries, and attending site visits and inspections.
• Identify and implement cost and energy solutions to improve project efficiency, considering lighting, power usage, energy conservation, and control systems.
• Design and technical review, problem-solving, and overseeing responsibilities such as design management, with opportunities for hands-on design work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience working on moderate to large-scale electrical building services projects, with a focus on power, controls, lighting, and distribution.
• Proficient with design and modelling tools, including AutoCAD, BIM, and Revit.
• Strong understanding of current electrical and safety standards, regulations, and commissioning processes.
• Good time management, organization, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt to project changes and constraints.