Electrical Design Engineer

Ravensearch; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E contractor in Blackpool seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer for a full-time, permanent role. Responsibilities include producing electrical designs, coordinating teams, and conducting site visits. Ideal candidates have a strong background in electrical services design and proficiency in relevant software. A collaborative culture with long-term career opportunities awaits. Salary range is £60,000 - £70,000.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term career development opportunities

Work on high-quality, technically interesting projects

Qualifications

• Strong background in electrical building services design.
• Experience working for a contractor or consultancy on commercial and public sector projects.
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs from concept through to construction stage.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and consultants.
• Undertake calculations, lighting designs, cable sizing, and distribution layouts.

Skills

Electrical building services design

Communication and coordination

Design software proficiency (AutoCAD, Amtech, Dialux, Relux)

Knowledge of building regulations

Education

Qualifications in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

AutoCAD

Amtech

Dialux

Relux

Job description

Overview

Shape the future of M&E projects with a design-led contractor known for delivery and innovation.

We're working with a prominent building services contractor in Blackpool to find an experienced Electrical Design Engineer. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing clarity and technical accuracy to complex electrical designs across commercial and public-sector buildings.

If you're confident designing from first principles, collaborating across departments, and want to work on varied and technically rewarding projects — this could be your next big step.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established M&E contractor with a turnover of approximately £70 million and a reputation for quality, reliability, and sustainability. With a team of over 300 staff and a strong regional presence, they\'ve delivered award-winning schemes across education, healthcare, residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors.

Their approach is hands-on, team-focused, and design-led — meaning you\'ll be surrounded by professionals who value your expertise and contribution at every stage of a project.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Producing electrical designs from concept through to construction stage
• Coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and consultants to develop clear, buildable solutions
• Reviewing specifications, drawings, and client requirements
• Undertaking calculations, lighting designs, cable sizing, and distribution layouts
• Supporting tender and construction documentation
• Liaising with pre-construction, estimating, and site delivery teams
• Conducting site visits as needed to assess design integration and buildability
• Assisting junior design staff and contributing to continuous design improvement

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong background in electrical building services design
• Experience working for a contractor or consultancy on commercial and public sector projects
• Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Amtech, Dialux, Relux)
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Knowledge of current building regs and BS 7671 wiring regulations
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects
• Relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Benefits

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Work on high-quality, technically interesting projects
• Join a company with a collaborative and progressive culture
• Long-term career development opportunities