Electrical Design Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy based in Cardiff is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. You will engage in designing essential electrical systems for building services, collaborate with various engineering teams, and ensure compliance with UK regulations. This role offers a competitive salary with benefits, mentoring opportunities, and a collaborative work environment focused on infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including pension and healthcare

Discretionary bonus and CPD support

Long-term commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• 2–6 years’ experience in electrical building services design.
• Familiarity with UK electrical regulations (BS7671).
• Interest in infrastructure projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical building services systems for infrastructure projects.
• Produce technical reports and coordinated drawings.
• Ensure compliance with UK wiring regulations and project specifications.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Revit

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

BEng/MEng or HND/HNC in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Multidisciplinary Consultancy

Cardiff (Hybrid Working)
Full-Time
Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus


Why This Role Matters

You’ll join a well-established engineering firm with nearly 45 years of experience across civil, structural, geotechnical, and MEP disciplines. The team supports major infrastructure, rail, bridge, and building projects throughout the UK, offering collaborative and technically rich opportunities


Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical building services systems: power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, data/communications, and security, in support of infrastructure and building projects
• Produce calculations, specifications, technical reports, and coordinated drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical calculation tools
• Collaborate closely with civil, structural, geotechnical, and mechanical teams to develop integrated project solutions
• Conduct site surveys and technical inspections; support temporary works and phasing during design and construction stages
• Participate in design reviews, client meetings, and multidisciplinary workshops
• Ensure compliance with UK wiring regulations (BS7671), CIBSE design standards, and project specifications
• Support quality assurance, estimation input, and value-engineering across MEP discipline
• Mentor junior engineers and help develop internal technical standards

What You’ll Bring

• BEng/MEng or HND/HNC in Electrical, Building Services, or related engineering field
• 2–6 years’ experience in electrical building services design, ideally within a multidisciplinary consultancy
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (experience with BIM collaboration appreciated)
• Familiarity with UK electrical regulations (BS7671), CIBSE guides, and building standards
• Ability to work across disciplines and understand project phasing, site programs, and temporary works
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Proactive attitude, strong organisational skills, and attention to detail
• Interest in infrastructure, rail, and structural projects is highly advantageous

Why This is a Great Move

• Work within a multidisciplinary environment alongside civil, structural, geotechnical, and MEP experts
• Be part of high-profile projects including rail, highways, bridges, buildings, and temporary works
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements and a central Cardiff office
• Competitive benefits: pension, healthcare, discretionary bonus, CPD support
• Long-term commitment to mentoring, professional development, and internal career progression

If you're an Electrical Design Engineer seeking to grow within a technically driven, multidisciplinary consultancy—apply now.

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