Electrical Design Engineer

Gold Group Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management organisation based in Middlesbrough is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer. The successful candidate will design electrical solutions for retrofit decarbonisation projects and new-build energy centers. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in low-voltage systems design and be proficient in AutoCAD and REVIT. Competitive salary and a range of benefits offered.

Benefits

Salary of £40,000 - £60,000

Company car

25 days annual leave

5% bonus

Private health

Life Cover

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Learning opportunities

Corporate social responsibility days

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of low-voltage electrical systems design.
• Knowledgeable in BS:7671 and IET technical guidance notes.
• Ability to produce schematic layouts and single line diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical design solutions for various projects.
• Conduct electrical load assessments and size equipment.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary design team.

Skills

Low-voltage electrical systems design

Knowledge of British Standards

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient in REVIT

Understanding of environmental factors

Competent in Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

PVSyst

Dialux

Job description

Overview

Electrical Design Engineer is needed for a large Facilities Management organisation based in Middlesbrough 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 low-voltage electrical systems design (general), of BS:7671 and IET technical guidance notes and prepare electrical design solutions for retrofit decarbonisation projects, new-build energy centers and heat networks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical design solutions for retrofit decarbonisation projects, new-built energy centres and heat networks, taking a RIBA 1 brief to RIBA 4 technical design.
• Carry out electrical load assessments and size switchgear, distribution systems and equipment.
• Carry out calculations using proprietary software and understand various installation and reference methods used in calculations.
• Prepare design models, utilising proprietary design software, such as AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Utilise application specific software, such as PVSyst and Dialux.
• Prepare calculations and engineering analyses to validate simulation models, confirm systems design requirements and performance.
• Work within a multidisciplinary design team, collaborating with mechanical, structural/civil, architectural, energy and specialist designers to produce coordinated designs.
• Support market research to identify new and emerging technology/design innovations and assess suitability for application to projects.
• Support technical options appraisals to qualify/quantify best available techniques for low carbon systems.
• Prepare design/functional specifications and contribute to tender scopes.
• Lead/contribute to Design Stage Reports and associated customer-facing documents.
• Undertake Designer Risk Assessments to identify and minimise health, safety and environmental risks associated with designs.
• Understand and comply with statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements applicable to design with support from colleagues.

What experience you need to be the successful Electrical Design Engineer

• An advanced level of understanding of low-voltage electrical systems design (general).
• Good knowledge of British Standards, design guides and the Building Regulations.
• Good knowledge of BS:7671 and IET technical guidance notes.
• Aware of health and safety and CDM regulations.
• Ability to produce schematic layouts and single line diagrams for electrical systems from concept to detailed design (with assistance from senior engineers).
• Knowledge of lighting, small power/switchgear, data, fire alarm, security and access control systems relevant to the role.
• Aware of stakeholder involvement within the project life cycle.
• Aware of environmental, cultural and health and safety issues associated with the design of systems.
• Able to prepare draft specifications, stage reports, tender documentation.
• Competent in AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Competent in standard Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Understanding of environmental factors affecting electrical design.

This role includes a DBS Enhanced with Barred Lists check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Benefits

• Salary of £40,000 - £60,000 based on experience.
• A company car (Business use only).
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• 5% bonus.
• Private health.
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes for major brands and retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, training and personalized support programs.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including RISE, LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN and Disability Network.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

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