Electrical Design Engineer

Alexander Associates Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company seeks a mid-senior Electrical Design Engineer to work on Clean and Wastewater Infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include full design lifecycle involvement, creating construction-ready electrical designs, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have an Electrical Engineering qualification and experience in delivering electrical designs for D&B projects, along with familiarity with AutoCAD and other design tools. This role offers hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering electrical design within D&B water or wastewater projects.
• Strong understanding of construction-stage design development and contractor interfaces.
• Experience working with MCC suppliers and electrical subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the full D&B design lifecycle, producing practical, construction-ready electrical designs.
• Develop buildable LV electrical designs including power distribution and control panels.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671, WIMES, DSEAR, and client standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification (degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

Amtech

Trimble

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (Mid–Senior Level)

Design & Build | Clean & Wastewater Infrastructure

West Sussex | Hybrid / Flexible Working

Permanent

Our client is a specialist engineering companyacross clean and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout the UK. Working closely with tier-one contractors and framework partners, they deliver robust, buildable electrical designs across treatment works, pumping stations, and network assets.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a mid-to-senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their South East-based team.

The Role

You will be involved in the full D&B design lifecycle , producing practical, construction-ready electrical designs and supporting projects through delivery. Key responsibilities include :

• Electrical design from outline design through to detailed design and construction issue
• Development of buildable LV electrical designs including power distribution, MCCs, switchgear, control panels, standby generation, and earthing / bonding
• Preparation of electrical calculations such as load schedules, cable sizing, fault levels, and protection coordination
• Production and coordination of electrical drawings including single line diagrams, schematics, layouts, and cable schedules
• Close coordination with mechanical, civil, ICA, and construction teams to resolve buildability, sequencing, and installation challenges
• Technical review of supplier and subcontractor design information
• Support during construction, commissioning, and handover phases
• Ensuring compliance with BS 7671, WIMES, DSEAR, CDM , and client standards

About You

You will ideally have :

• A qualification in Electrical Engineering (degree, HNC / HND, or equivalent)
• Proven experience delivering electrical design within D&B water or wastewater projects
• Strong understanding of construction-stage design development and contractor interfaces
• Experience working with MCC suppliers and electrical subcontractors
• Familiarity with electrical design tools such as Amtech / Trimble and AutoCAD

A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach to engineering design

Clear communication skills and confidence working in fast-paced project environments

Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer status (IET or equivalent) would be beneficial but is not essential.

This role will suit an Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys hands-on design, contractor collaboration, and seeing projects through to delivery .

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.