Electrical Design Engineer

BSV Recruitment Ltd; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering consultancy in Tyseley seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to deliver innovative electrical designs. You will work closely with a team, focusing on sustainable solutions and compliance with UK regulations. Ideal candidates have site experience and are familiar with tools like AutoCAD and Revit. The role offers flexibility, mentoring, and the chance to influence the future of building design.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Clear progression pathway

Flexibility around working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of UK experience in electrical design within the built environment.
• Background working for a contractor or on construction sites.
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations, building codes, and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full electrical design packages across RIBA Stages 1-5.
• Create technical drawings, schematics, and cable routing plans.
• Perform electrical calculations including load assessments.

Skills

UK electrical regulations

AutoCAD

Revit

Construction site experience

Technical documentation

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

My client is looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with a background working for a contractor to join their growing and forward-thinking engineering consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic, chartered M&E consultancy that combines practical expertise with a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company works on a range of high-performance buildings and infrastructure, striving for smarter, more self-sustaining systems across the built environment. You will be joining a small, highly skilled team where your contributions will be valued, your ideas heard, and your technical input will help shape next-generation solutions.

About the Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will bring your practical site-based knowledge into the heart of the design process. You will be involved in delivering detailed electrical designs, system integration, and performance-driven solutions that support the long-term sustainability of the buildings and infrastructure served. This role is ideal for someone who has worked on-site or within a contractor environment, who now wants to apply that real-world understanding into consultancy design—ensuring systems are not only well-engineered but also buildable, cost-effective, and future-proof.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full electrical design packages across RIBA Stages 1-5
• Create technical drawings, schematics, and cable routing plans
• Perform electrical calculations including load assessments, cable sizing, and fault analysis
• Ensure all designs comply with UK regulations (e.g. BS7671) and sustainability targets
• Coordinate closely with mechanical engineers, architects, contractors, and external consultants
• Participate in design reviews, feasibility studies, and project meetings
• Engage with renewable and intelligent building technologies as part of integrated design solutions
• Attend occasional site visits for surveys, inspections, and client meetings

Requirements

• 3+ years of UK experience in electrical design within the built environment
• Background working for a contractor or on construction sites (not just consultancy)
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations, building codes, and design standards
• Competent with AutoCAD, Revit, or other design tools
• Ability to produce and review detailed technical documentation
• Practical mindset and awareness of how electrical systems are installed and maintained
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team with a hands-on approach
• Full UK working rights; driving licence preferred

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Exposure to low-carbon technologies, battery storage, and renewables (e.g. solar PV, EV charging)
• Familiarity with BIM processes and multidisciplinary coordination
• Awareness of building performance modelling, SBEM or EPC calculations
• Experience working on data centres, critical systems, or smart buildings
• Working towards or holding professional registration (IET, CEng, etc.)

What's on Offer

• A collaborative environment where innovation and sustainability are core values
• Projects that focus on future-ready building design and energy independence
• Clear progression pathway with mentorship from experienced chartered engineers
• Flexibility around working arrangements (office/home balance)
• Opportunity to shape and influence real-world outcomes in a rapidly evolving sector

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