Electrical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Crouch Waterfall, part of the Vulcain Engineering Group, is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our design team in Cardiff. The role involves leading and managing engineering designs for various projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring junior engineers. With a hybrid working setup and focus on professional growth, this position offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to expand their career in the engineering field.

Benefits

Hybrid working with flexible hours

Minimum 25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design with knowledge of British and European standards.
• Familiar with 18th Edition of IET Wiring Regulations.
• Willingness to work towards professional registration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design work across various project types from concept to completion.
• Oversee and check designs to ensure compliance with standards.
• Support junior engineers and deliver design outputs within project budgets.

Skills

Electrical Supply and HV/LV Distribution Systems

Emergency Lighting Design

Electrical Load Assessments

Engineering Software Proficiency

Education

HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Hevacomp

Amtech

Job description

Job Description

Crouch Waterfall, part of Vulcain Engineering Group, are an established firm of Civil, Structural and Geotechnical Consulting Engineers with extensive experience in the 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.

Experience:

• 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 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

Crouch Waterfall is committed to valuing our and eliminating discrimination. All our employees have an equal chance of advancement based upon merit, access to opportunities, and the training necessary to that end irrespective of your sex, , , , , re-assignment, unrelated to the ability to carry out the job, or .