Electrical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrical engineering sector is seeking an Electrical Building Services Design Engineer. The role involves contributing to various projects in the South East, focusing on design work from concept to commissioning. The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Business travel costs covered

25 days of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Mobile phone allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical building services design, ideally within the UK.
• Familiarity with relevant British Standards.
• Experience in education, leisure, residential, and mixed-use sectors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lighting and cable calculations.
• Develop detailed designs, including equipment selection and specification.
• Manage projects and conduct site inspections.

Skills

Strong design skills

Knowledge of wiring regulations

Understanding of BREEAM

Education

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Building Services Design Engineer

Our client is seeking an Electrical Building Services Design Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will contribute to projects predominantly in the South East, supporting design work from concept and feasibility through to commissioning and handover.

Qualifications and Experience

British citizenship or valid UK working rights

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering

Experience in electrical building services design, ideally within the UK

Strong design skills

but not essential experience:

Knowledge of wiring regulations (BS 7671)

Familiarity with relevant British Standards

Experience in education, leisure, residential, and mixed-use sectors

Understanding of BREEAM and its implications for M&E design

Experience with Revit MEP

Criteria

Local near St Albans (AL3 6PA) or willingness to relocate

Access to own transport and a valid drivers licence

Permanent position

Key Responsibilities

Conduct lighting and cable calculations

Ensure Part L compliance checking

Develop detailed designs, including equipment selection and specification

Design and specify renewable technologies

Liaise with utility companies for new or diverted services

Collaborate with architects, clients, structural engineers, and contractors

Manage projects and conduct site inspections

Employee Benefits

Competitive salary negotiable to suit the candidate

Private medical insurance for the individual and immediate family

Company pension scheme with Aviva (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)

Business travel costs covered

25 days of annual leave (increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service)

Flexible working arrangements with up to 2 days per week remote working (subject to line manager approval)

Working hours: 08:30 to 17:00 with a one-hour lunch break

Mobile phone allowance

About the Company

Our client has a strong presence in the leisure, education, commercial, retail, and residential sectors.

With a team of approximately 20 employees, they have successfully undertaken projects ranging from £4 million to £200 million in construction value. The company is recognized for its expertise in low-carbon and renewable technologies, with a portfolio that includes and international award-winning projects.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Director and will have the opportunity to develop their skills and eventually manage their own projects, leading a team of engineers, building physicists, and technicians.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer