Electrical Design Engineer

Pertemps; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their Cardiff team. This role involves developing diverse design solutions and managing high-profile projects across South Wales, including sectors like education and emergency services. Applicants should have a degree in Building Services Engineering and experience with CAD/BIM tools such as Revit. The position offers competitive annual leave, mental health support, and career development opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave

Volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering design solutions from conception to completion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility for professional registration (EngTech/IEng/CEng) is supported.

Responsibilities

• Produce calculations, reports, and design solutions.
• Use CAD and BIM software for compliant system designs.
• Conduct site surveys and provide design feedback.

Skills

Design solutions delivery

Strong communication skills

Expertise in CAD and BIM (Revit)

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Tools

Revit

Amtech

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Cardiff Building Services

Your opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Cardiff team. This role offers the chance to develop your skills across a diverse range of projects, contribute to business growth, and collaborate within a supportive, professional environment. As part of a large national consultancy, you will have the opportunity to manage and contribute to high-profile projects across South Wales, working on schemes in sectors such as tall buildings, student accommodation, education, and emergency services.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work within a design team to produce calculations, reports, and detailed design solutions.
• Use specialist CAD and BIM (Revit) software to design compliant building systems.
• Undertake design calculations to demonstrate compliance with client requirements.
• Conduct site surveys and inspections, capturing relevant data for ongoing projects.
• Review construction design details and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate closely with other professionals, including structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors.
• Attend project group and technical meetings.
• Ensure building system designs meet all legislative, health, and safety requirements.

Experience and Skills Required

• Proven experience in delivering design solutions from conception to completion, including calculations, drawings, and specifications aligned with RIBA stages and BSRIA BG6.
• Degree or higher qualification in Building Services Engineering (HNC/HND acceptable).
• Experience with Revit is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Amtech or OEM calculation software is beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility for professional registration (EngTech/IEng/CEng) is supported.

Benefits

• Competitive annual leave with flexibility to buy, carry over, or sell days.
• Volunteering days to support community engagement.
• Mental health support through trained first aiders and wellbeing apps.
• Comprehensive financial benefits including life assurance, pension scheme, and income protection.
• Medical insurance, private GP access, and discounted gym membership.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Career development opportunities to support professional, personal, and educational goals.
• Additional benefits such as performance bonuses, car allowance, and more, depending on role and progression.

About the team

A multidisciplinary consultancy delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions across the built environment. Our team is driven by technical expertise, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and ambition, offering a workplace where you can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects.