Electrical Design Engineer

GRAFT RECRUITMENT LTD; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to deliver consultancy services for critical environments, focusing on electrical systems in data centers. This role involves leading designs, overseeing projects from concept to completion, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating strong problem-solving and organizational skills. With a competitive salary and benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects while ensuring high customer satisfaction and adherence to quality standards.

Benefits

6.5 car allowance

6% matched pension

Private healthcare

Medical benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering with a focus on Electrical preferred.
• Experience in electrical building services design and data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical designs for building services and oversee projects.
• Prepare documentation and perform audits of facilities.
• Design electrical infrastructure including cabling and control systems.

Skills

Customer Orientation

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Self-Motivation

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electrical focus preferred)

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer/ Electrical Consultant

65k + 6.5 car allowance, 6% matched pension, Private healthcare, Medical

Hybride working (Home/ Gatwick office/ site visits)

Mon/fri 08:00 – 17:00 (flexible)

Purpose
The Senior Consultant role in the CAPS team involves delivering consultancy and professional services for critical environments, primarily enterprise and professional data center markets. Responsibilities include strategic consultancy, feasibility and master planning, design, engineering, commissioning, compliance, and certification, with a focus on electrical systems. The role contributes to team development, quality assurance, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical designs for building services individually or in multi–disciplinary teams.
• Develop, validate, and oversee designs from concept to completion, including commissioning.
• Prepare documentation such as scope of works, specifications, and reports.
• Perform audits, surveys, and assessments of facilities.
• Design and specify electrical infrastructure, including LV cabling, transformers, switchgear, UPS, lighting, and control systems.
• Utilize tools like Amtech and Dialux for design work.
• Mentor and support team members, ensuring adherence to technical and commercial standards.

Person Specification

• Customer Orientation: Effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Personal Effectiveness: Self–motivated, organized, and proactive.
• Operational Skills: Strong multitasking, problem–solving, and engineering capabilities.

Key Performance Indicators

• Health & Safety adherence.
• Maintaining profit margins and quality standards.
• Ensuring high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering (Electrical focus preferred).
• Relevant experience in electrical building services design and data center projects.
• Proficiency in design software like Amtech and Dialux.
• Professional registration or membership is advantageous.

Health & Safety

• Mandatory training provided. CSCS Site Card is beneficial.

This role demands a highly skilled, adaptable, and detail–oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast–paced environment.