Electrical Design Engineer

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established construction firm in London is seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer for a 6-month contract. This on-site role offers competitive day rates ranging from £350–£400 depending on experience. The chosen candidate will work on intricate electrical system designs, collaborate with project teams, and ensure project alignment with industry standards and regulations. Strong qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and experience with high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Electrical Design Engineer with detailed system drawings.
• Chartered Engineer status is ideal.
• Familiarity with key industry software tools.

Responsibilities

• Produce intricate electrical system designs from concept to detailed design.
• Liaise with project professionals for design integration.
• Attend site visits for design intent verification.

Skills

Proficient collaboration and communication skills

Understanding of industry standards and regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Looking for a role where your work truly makes a difference?

Our client, an established construction firm, are looking for a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join their team, on a 6–month contract basis, outside IR35. This opportunity offers an on–site working arrangement, whereby the chosen candidate will work from our client's London office. Join now to gain the opportunity to work on a range of major projects, allowing you to grow your professional portfolio.

Key Details

• Competitive day rate ranging from 350–400 (subject to experience).
• On–site working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Produce and develop intricate electrical system designs, from concept through to detailed design, focusing on power distribution, lighting, and emergency systems.
• Establish in–depth drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and key documentation, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations.
• Liaise with key project professionals, including BIM, mechanical, structural, and architectural design teams, to allow for accurate design solution integration.
• Attend regular site visits, inspecting all site works with regards to design intent, whilst supporting commissioning acts when necessary.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and external specialists to ensure that designs accurately reflect client requirements, whilst maintaining quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Building Services Engineering, or a relevant discipline, ideally holding a Chartered Engineer status.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, designing detailed electrical system drawings across a range of high–profile projects.
• Significant understanding of key industry software tools and resources, including Revit, AutoCAD, and other calculation platforms.
• Strong acknowledgement of industry standards, regulations, codes, key legislation, and best practices.
• Proficient collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks and responsibilities effectively, keeping to budgets and deadlines.