Electrical Design Engineer

Trant Engineering Ltd; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Design Engineer, where you'll be part of a dynamic team responsible for managing design projects in the water and energy sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing office work with site visits. You'll be involved in all aspects of design, from interpreting client requirements to producing detailed specifications and conducting feasibility studies. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive work culture, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a reputable firm that values engineering excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

24 days holiday

Holiday purchase scheme

Hybrid working

Professional membership paid

Free onsite parking

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design and project management.
• Ability to interpret client requirements and produce detailed designs.

Responsibilities

• Manage project-specific design deliverables and ensure compliance.
• Conduct site surveys and perform design calculations.

Skills

Electrical Design

Project Management

Client Communication

Design Calculations

Site Surveys

Education

Electrical Qualification

Chartered Membership

Tools

CAD Software

AMTECH

Job description

The Role

We are currently recruiting Electrical Design Engineers of all levels to join our in-house design team based in Southampton. We are a friendly, professional, multi-disciplined team responsible for managing the design of various projects across the water and energy sectors. We welcome applications from individuals experienced in the water and/or wastewater sectors. Hybrid working is available, with an expectation of being in the office 2-3 days per week and conducting client/site visits as required.

Reporting to the Electrical Design Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Managing project-specific design deliverables
2. Carrying out designs in accordance with M&E Design QA procedures
3. Producing detailed designs following company procedures
4. Interpreting client requirements from documents such as drawings, specifications, and correspondence
5. Communicating with clients, external design resources, and subcontractors to ensure compliance
6. Conducting site surveys of existing assets
7. Performing optioneering and feasibility studies
8. Assisting with tender pricing
9. Producing procurement specifications and detailed construction drawings
10. Managing third-party designs and supporting installation and commissioning teams
11. Reviewing vendor control system specifications for compliance
12. Reviewing vendor data and drawings for electrical equipment and packages
13. Managing project-specific design costs in coordination with the Project Manager
14. Performing and verifying design calculations, including power system modeling (AMTECH)
15. Preparing drawings for CAD production following QA procedures
16. Developing process control philosophies with engineers and suppliers
17. Producing URS documentation
18. Creating electrical scope and enquiry submission documents
19. Estimating material and labor costs
20. Undertaking design risk assessments
21. Preparing detailed electrical specifications
22. Producing single line diagrams, load schedules, and various equipment and schedule documents
23. Documenting all design changes and issuing 'As Built' documents
24. Liaising with clients and subcontractors

Qualifications/Background

• An appropriate electrical qualification or relevant experience
• Chartered membership of a professional institution is advantageous but not essential

The Company

Trant Engineering Ltd has a long-standing reputation for engineering and construction excellence, delivering high-quality EPC services throughout the UK and internationally in sectors such as Process & Water, Energy, Defence, Oil & Gas, and Nuclear. Our in-house services include civil, process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation engineering, complemented by the design and manufacture of control panels, MCCs, PLCs, SCADA, and automation systems.

With over 1000 employees and a healthy order book, targeting a turnover of £150m this year, it is an exciting time to join and grow your career with us.

Company Benefits

We offer career development opportunities in a safe, professional, and friendly environment. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays, increasing with service)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Hybrid working
• Professional membership paid annually
• Free onsite parking
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and do not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability, age, or civil status. Due to high application volumes, we may not contact all applicants personally. If you do not hear within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.