Electrical Design Engineer

Gold Group; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large facilities management organisation in Manchester seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their innovative team. The role involves creating sustainable electrical designs across various projects, including solar PV and decarbonisation solutions. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in BIM/CAD, a solid understanding of electrical systems, and experience in multidisciplinary teams. This position offers a hybrid working pattern and a range of benefits including a company car and ample training opportunities.

Benefits

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Company car

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities and support programmes

Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical services design with multidisciplinary teams.
• Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation, or low-carbon projects preferred.
• Competent with BIM/CAD tools and energy modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical system designs across all RIBA stages.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Collaborate closely with senior engineers for mentoring.

Skills

Electrical services design

BIM/CAD tools

Solar PV design

Low-carbon technologies

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM software (Revit)

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

Manchester

£35,000 - 40,000 (DOE) + Company car

Hybrid working pattern

Brief

Electrical Design Engineer is needed for a large facilities management organisation based in Manchester who are looking to employ an experienced and well‑rounded Electrical Design Engineer that takes pride in their work with an in‑depth knowledge of electrical system designs across all RIBA stages, experience or a keen interest in solar PV system design and knowledge of decarbonisation solutions.

The successful candidate would need to be competent with the use of BIM/CAD and energy modelling software. Previous experience in multidisciplinary project teams would be a plus!

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Company car
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

What the role entails

Electrical Design & Engineering

• Assist with Electrical system designs across all RIBA Stages that includes the design of low‑carbon energy solutions, such as power distribution, solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, and smart controls for the integration of heat pumps, and other energy‑efficiency measures typical of sustainable retrofit into commercial, public‑sector and mixed‑use buildings.
• Practical experience or a keen interest in solar PV design, including ground‑mounted systems and building‑integrated solutions (BIPV).
• Ability to produce design drawings, schematics and calculations under supervision.
• Ability to develop load assessments, lighting design, cable calculations and equipment schedules.
• Proficient in AutoCAD with willingness to develop strong Revit/BIM capability.
• Support coordination of BIM and CAD‑based design processes.

Project & Technical Support

• Assist in preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Participate in design team meetings, capturing key actions and learning opportunities.
• Support and assist with risk reviews, design updates and supplier engagement.
• Provide technical input during procurement and early‑stage contractor liaison.
• Support internal teams with planning and funding application input.

Team Development & Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with senior engineers for mentoring and guidance.
• Participate in design workshops and CPD sessions.
• Support knowledge‑sharing within the team and adopt best practices.
• Liaise with the design and project delivery teams to ensure smooth progression into delivery.

What experience you need to be the successful Electrical Design Engineer

• Experience in electrical services design, typically gained over several years.
• Previous participation in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation or low‑carbon projects preferred.
• Solid understanding of Electrical systems.
• Awareness of low‑carbon technologies (heat pumps, BMS, district heating).
• Basic knowledge of relevant standards e.g., CIBSE, PAS 2035, MCS, Building Safety Act and UK building regulations.
• Competent with BIM/CAD tools and energy modelling software.

This really is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!