Electrical Design Engineer

Alexander Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company is seeking a mid-to-senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Bristol-based team. This role involves the full design lifecycle of clean and wastewater infrastructure, producing robust electrical designs, and collaborating closely with teams to deliver projects. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in Electrical Engineering and experience in D&B projects. Strong understanding of electrical design tools and a pragmatic approach to engineering are essential. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment and hands-on design experience.

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

• Electrical design from outline design to detailed design.
• Development of buildable LV electrical designs.
• Preparation of electrical calculations such as load schedules.

Skills

Electrical design

Construction management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualification in Electrical Engineering (degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Tools

Amtech/Trimble

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (Mid Senior Level) Design & Build Clean & Wastewater Infrastructure

Bristol Hybrid / Flexible Working
Permanent

Our client is a specialist engineering company across 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 Bristol–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.