Electrical Design Engineer

Carmichael UK; West Devon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Plymouth to support a significant redevelopment project in a highly regulated environment. The role involves collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, reviewing design documentation, and direct client interactions. A qualification in engineering and proficiency in tools like Amtech, AutoCAD, and Revit are essential. BPSS clearance is required, with a hybrid working model of four days onsite and one remote.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, ideally within building services or large infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Work within a multi-disciplinary design team on a high-security site.
• Review and comment on electrical design documentation.
• Liaise directly with clients and contractors for design coordination.
• Support innovative mechanical and electrical design solutions.

Skills

Electrical design documentation

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Coordination skills

Education

Qualification in relevant engineering discipline (HNC, BSc, MSc, BEng, or MEng)

Tools

Amtech

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Plymouth (Devonport Royal Dockyard)

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Hours: 50 hours per week (07:00 – 17:00)

Contract: Long-term project

Salary: Competitive, plus benefits

Clearance: BPSS required (UK residency for past 5 years)

About the Role

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading infrastructure project at Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant redevelopment programmes in the South West, working within a highly regulated and technically complex environment.

You’ll be part of a small, collaborative team of consultants and project professionals, supporting the electrical design and delivery of key infrastructure within a live MOD facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within a multi-disciplinary design team to support project delivery on a high-security site.
• Review and comment on contractor and consultant electrical design documentation.
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure design coordination.
• Attend site and off-site meetings as required.
• Support problem-solving and contribute to innovative mechanical and electrical design solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current design standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with external consultants, architects, civil and structural engineers to deliver coordinated designs.
• Support the project team with documentation, technical queries, and reporting.
• This is a hybrid role, typically working four days per week on-site and one day remotely.

About You

• Qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (HNC, BSc, MSc, BEng, or MEng).
• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, ideally within building services or large infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of design documentation and familiarity with tools such as Amtech, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Desirable

• Familiarity with RIBA and BSRIA Design Stage Deliverables.
• Experience working on projects within highly regulated or defence environments.

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the project, BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance is required.

Applicants must:

• Hold a valid passport from a NATO or MISWG member country.
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years.