Electrical Design Engineer

TGS International Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Annual health check

Increasing annual leave with service

Social events

Free parking

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm in Birmingham seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to develop designs for innovative, prefabricated energy systems. You'll work on projects across sustainability-focused sectors, creating detailed designs for electrical systems and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and at least 3 years experience in electrical design. The position offers excellent benefits, including a defined progression path and CPD support.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in electrical building services design.
• Knowledge of BMS, power systems, and commercial M&E standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks.
• Strong technical writing, communication and coordination skills
• Knowledge of BMS, power systems and commercial M&E standards
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical layouts including general power, lighting, BMS, CHP, and control systems.
• Producing documentation across all design phases from concept to construction.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety, and quality standards.
• Produce documentation across all design phases – from concept to construction
• Conduct site surveys and integrate new systems with existing infrastructure
• Attend client and internal design meetings
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and quality standards
• Collaborate with BIM and contracts teams to streamline delivery

Skills

Electrical design

Technical writing

Communication

Coordination

Software proficiency (Amtech, ElectricalOM, AutoCAD, Revit)

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical or Control Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech

ElectricalOM

Job description

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Data Centre/Mission Critical Specialist at TGS

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Employment Type: Full-time

We’re working with a well‑established off‑site MEP specialist delivering innovative, prefabricated energy systems to clients across the UK and Europe. Their projects span commercial buildings, healthcare, education, and high‑rise residential – all designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll help bring these projects to life by producing detailed, build‑ready designs that support low‑carbon infrastructure across a range of sectors.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing electrical layouts including general power, lighting, BMS, CHP, and control systems
• Developing control panel schematics and operation descriptions
• Supporting commissioning teams during site integration and testing
• Producing documentation across all design phases – from concept to construction
• Conducting site surveys and integrating new systems with existing infrastructure
• Attending client and internal design meetings
• Ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety, and quality standards
• Collaborating with the in‑house BIM and contracts teams to streamline delivery

What we’re looking for:

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Electrical or Control Engineering
• At least 3 years’ experience in electrical building services design
• Proficiency in software such as Amtech, ElectricalOM, AutoCAD, or Revit
• Strong technical writing, communication, and coordination skills
• Knowledge of BMS, power systems, and commercial M&E standards
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks

Bonus experience (not essential):

• Previous work on prefabricated or modular energy systems
• Familiarity with sustainability standards or decarbonisation goals
• Prior exposure to commercial district heating or large‑scale energy centres

Benefits include:

• Defined progression path with support to Senior Design roles
• Full CPD support and in‑house training
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance
• Health cash plan and annual health check
• Increasing annual leave with service
• Social events and long‑service recognition
• Free parking, branded workwear, and on‑site refreshments

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering, Project Management, and Other
• Industries: Engineering Services, Construction, and Building Construction

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