Electrical Design Engineer

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Reading is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer on a contract basis. The role offers hybrid working and involves creating detailed electrical system designs for a variety of Shell and Core and Commercial projects. Candidates should hold a relevant degree, possess substantial experience, and be proficient in tools like Revit and AutoCAD. Competitive hourly rates range from £40-£45, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Electrical Design Engineer in Core and Shell and Commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical processes and industry standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical system designs for various projects.
• Develop drawings and specifications using BIM and relevant tools.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Skills

Electrical system design

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or working towards

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to bring their expertise to a leading engineering consultancy, on a contract basis, outside IR35. Our client is offering a hybrid working arrangement, for the chosen candidate, to create detailed electrical system designs, for a variety of Shell and Core and Commercial projects, from their office, near Reading.

Compensation & Work Arrangement

• Competitive hourly rate of £40-£45 (subject to experience).
• Hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Produce in-depth electrical system designs, across a range of Shell and Core and Commercial projects, from concept through to implementation.
• Assemble and develop detailed drawings, specifications, layout, and model coordination, for electrical systems, using BIM workflows and other relevant tools.
• Work alongside industry professionals (engineers, contractors, and clients), resolving issues and queries, whilst integrating ongoing edits and changes to designs and plans.
• Ensure relevant industry regulations, codes, and standards are being met within all works, whilst maintaining sustainability, operational efficiency, and accuracy.
• Nurture project development initiatives, aiming to improve design processes, strategies, and standards, ensuring ongoing consistency and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Electrical Engineering, or a relevant discipline, ideally with a Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards obtaining one.
• Substantial demonstrable experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, or a similar role, developing high-profile Core and Shell and Commercial projects.
• Previous experience with designing and developing mechanical and electrical systems, using relevant software tools, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Profound acknowledgement of electrical processes, elements, and systems, with a solid grasp of relevant industry standards, regulations, codes, and key legislation.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills, with the ability to work both collaboratively and independently, whilst maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Significant problem-solving abilities, with a drive and willingness to support and nurture continuous business and project development and growth.