Electrical Design Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career progression

Professional development

Chartership support

Long-term stability

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join a Liverpool-based Building Services consultancy. You will design electrical building services from concept to construction, collaborating with clients, architects and multidisciplinary teams on commercial, residential and public sector projects.

The role demands strong electrical design experience, proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit, knowledge of Part L and BIM Level 2, and a proactive approach to delivering well- engineered,

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience in Building Services Consultancy.
• Strong electrical design experience across building sectors.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Knowledge of standard electrical design and calculation software; BIM Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical building services designs from concept through to construction issue.
• Prepare feasibility studies, design calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting and fire alarms.
• Attend client, contractor and design team meetings.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, architectural and structural disciplines.
• Support and mentor junior engineers; ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Client-facing

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Building Services

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM Level 2

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer Building Services

Location: Liverpool

Salary: GBP45,000 – GBP60,000 + Excellent Benefits + Clear Career Progression

About the Company

Our client is a well–established and highly respected Building Services Consultancy based in Liverpool, delivering innovative mechanical and electrical design solutions across a diverse range of sectors including education, healthcare, commercial, residential, public sector, leisure and industrial developments.

With an outstanding reputation in the market, they have built a culture that genuinely invests in their people. Employees are given the support, training and opportunities needed to develop their careers, with many progressing into Senior, Principal and Associate–level positions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Electrical Design Engineer looking to join a consultancy where career progression is actively encouraged and rewarded.

The Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to construction. You will work closely with clients, architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams to produce innovative, efficient and sustainable electrical building services solutions.

Projects span a variety of sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, public sector, leisure and industrial developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce electrical building services designs from concept through to construction issue.
• Prepare feasibility studies, design calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms and associated building services systems.
• Undertake site surveys, inspections and condition assessments.
• Attend client, contractor and design team meetings.
• Deliver projects within agreed budgets, programmes and quality standards.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, architectural and structural disciplines.
• Support and mentor junior engineers where required.
• Ensure designs comply with current Building Regulations, British Standards and industry best practices.
• Contribute to design reviews, quality assurance procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with fee proposals, bids and business development activities when required.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
• Previous experience within a Building Services Consultancy environment.
• Strong electrical design experience across a variety of building sectors.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience using industry–standard electrical design and calculation software.Good understanding of BIM Level 2 project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, particularly Part L.
• Excellent communication and client–facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Working towards Chartership or already Chartered would be advantageous.
• Passion for sustainable and low–carbon building design.

What's On Offer?

• Salary GBP42,000 – GBP60,000 depending on experience.
• Outstanding career progression opportunities with a clear route to Senior, Principal and Associate levels.
• Exposure to a wide range of high–profile and technically challenging projects.
• Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• Long–term career stability within a growing and successful business.