Electrical Design Engineer

Vulcain Engineering Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Crouch Waterfall, part of Vulcain Engineering Group, seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to lead design projects across various sectors including Rail and Infrastructure. The role involves managing design packages, ensuring compliance with standards, and supervising junior engineers. Join a supportive team that values your ideas and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working set-up with flexible hours

Minimum 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design with knowledge of relevant systems.
• Familiar with 18th Edition of IET Wiring Regulations.
• UK project experience in Rail, Construction, Buildings or Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical design work from concept to completion.
• Coordinate with disciplines, clients, and contractors.
• Prepare and manage electrical design packages.

Skills

Electrical Supply and HV/LV Distribution Systems

Small & Fixed Power

Internal and External Lighting & Emergency Lighting Design

Electrical Load Assessments

Standby Generation and UPS

Earthing and Bonding

Education

HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Hevacomp

Amtech

Electrical OM

Dialux

Job description

This role is offered by Crouch Waterfall, a subsidiary of Vulcain Engineering Group.

As part of the Vulcain family, Crouch Waterfall brings decades of specialist experience in Civil, Structural, and Geotechnical Engineering to a wide range of UK infrastructure projects. Crouch Waterfall specialise in core areas of Bridges, Rail, Infrastructure, Buildings and Geotechnical Services, designing and co-ordinating projects from conception to completion.

Due to business growth, we are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary design team, to lead and undertake the engineering designs for a variety of projects across the UK; including across Construction, Buildings, Rail, Bridges and Infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake electrical design work for a variety of project types and sizes, from concept to completion.
• Coordinate closely with other disciplines, clients, and contractors to define and deliver design requirements.
• Prepare and manage electrical design packages, including drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Oversee and check designs to ensure compliance with British and European Standards, CDM regulations, and project specifications.
• Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, site surveys, and HAZID workshops.
• Supervise and support junior engineers, promoting quality, consistency, and technical development.
• Ensure delivery of design outputs within agreed timescales and budgets, aligning with RIBA stages and (ideally) Network Rail’s PACE/GRIP.
• Assist with the design of cost estimates, bid preparation, and production planning for future work.

Profile wanted

• Experience in the field of electrical design, with up to date knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Electrical Supply and HV/LV Distribution Systems
  • Small & Fixed Power
  • Internal and External Lighting & Emergency Lighting Design
  • Familiar with 18th Edition of IET Wiring Regulations
  • Electrical Load Assessments
  • Standby Generation and UPS
  • Earthing and Bonding
• Demonstration of a good understanding of engineering software packages used to design and model electrical systems; i.e. AutoCAD, MicroStation, Hevacomp, Amtech, Electrical OM, Dialux, or similar.
• UK project experience in one or more of the following; Rail, Construction, Buildings or Infrastructure.
• A minimum of HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a similar engineering discipline.
• Ideally, you hold or are willing to work towards professional registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer or professional institution (i.e. IET, CIBSE).
• Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and experience in electrical systems design.

What’s in it for you?

At Crouch Waterfall, we’re committed to investing in our people through tailored training, mentoring, and real opportunities for progression. Whether you're aiming for Chartership, developing leadership skills, or looking for broader commercial exposure - we’ll support your growth every step of the way.

You’ll be part of supportive team with an open-door culture, where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. We offer the chance to work across sectors - with proven success helping engineers move from buildings and commercial projects into infrastructure and heavy industry.

With a strong presence in the rail and construction sectors, and as part of the wider Vulcain Engineering Group, you'll benefit from international connections, long-term stability, and a truly collaborative culture.

Rewards and Benefits

• Hybrid working set-up, with flexible working hours.
• Casual office attire and a relaxed and comfortable working environment
• Minimum 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, plus a day off on your Birthday
• Additional leave purchase scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical Insurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

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