Electrical Design Engineer

Circet IRE & UK; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Competitive salary

Job summary

Circet IRE & UK is hiring an Electrical Design Engineer to deliver high-quality electrical designs for wireless telecommunications upgrades. This role focuses on producing accurate and compliant designs in line with client standards, supporting major operator networks.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and 3-5 years’ experience in electrical design, ideally in telecoms. Benefits include a competitive salary and a strong benefits package. A collaborative culture awaits you at Circet!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in electrical design.
• Experience in telecoms, utilities, or related engineering environments.
• Exposure to NICEIC requirements or similar frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Producing electrical designs and reports using dedicated software.
• Reviewing drawings for technical accuracy and safety compliance.
• Liaising with the Electrical Build Manager and site teams.

Skills

Electrical installation standards

Technical drawing interpretation

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Wireless Design (UK)

Shape the Future of Wireless Infrastructure – Join Circet UK

Circet UK is seeking a skilled and proactive Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality electrical designs for wireless telecommunications upgrades across major operator networks. This role reports to the Electrical Design Manager and focuses on producing accurate, safe, and compliant electrical design solutions in line with client and industry standards. You’ll be at the forefront of delivering essential infrastructure upgrades, contributing to Circet's wireless design capability while maintaining a safety‑first culture across all operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Producing electrical designs and reports using dedicated software in line with MBNL, CTIL, Cellnex, and client specifications.
• Interpreting proposed solutions into outline and detailed electrical design drawings.
• Reviewing drawings for technical accuracy, buildability, and safety compliance.
• Supporting project managers and the wider design team with design inputs, documentation, and technical queries.
• Maintaining internal and client systems to ensure accurate tracking of work progress and milestones.
• Liaising closely with the Electrical Build Manager and site teams during the build phase to resolve technical questions and minimise delays.
• Assisting with updating and maintaining internal libraries of technical documentation, standards, and specifications.
• Supporting the specification and ordering of materials and equipment for electrical build works.

What You’ll Need

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in electrical design.
• Experience in telecoms, utilities, construction, or related engineering environments (telecoms experience preferred).
• Experience using electrical design software and reviewing technical drawings.
• Exposure to NICEIC requirements or similar regulatory frameworks (advantageous).

Skills & Attributes

• Strong understanding of electrical installation standards and safety requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and produce accurate design documentation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.
• Effective communicator able to support engineers, project managers, and site teams.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive, problem‑solving approach.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Design.
• NICEIC-related training or comparable electrical safety certification (advantageous).
• Full UK driving licence (preferred).

Why Join Circet UK?

• Strategic Leadership: Shape the commercial success of major national fibre programmes.
• Growth Opportunity: Work with executive leadership and contribute to high-level decision-making.
• Inclusive Culture: We foster diversity, transparency, and collaboration.
• Strong Benefits Package: Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, pension, life assurance, and more.
• Impact: Drive real change in one of the UK's most ambitious digital infrastructure programmes.

We're committed to inclusion. At Circet UK, we value talent, potential, and diversity across our workforce. We welcome all applications and strive to create an inclusive and empowering workplace for everyone.