Electrical Design Engineer - All Levels

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary design & build consultancy is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Portsmouth, offering a hybrid work model and a salary range of £27,500 to £65,000. The role involves leading projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring graduates. Ideal candidates should have strong skills in AutoCAD and relevant experience in the aviation, nuclear, or energy sectors. Join a collaborative team focused on prestigious government projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth & structured mentoring

Flexible working options

Professional development support

Qualifications

• 5+ years' industry experience or recent graduates eager to start.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Ability to obtain SC security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical design projects.
• Ensure designs meet British Standards and regulations.
• Conduct technical reviews, calculations, and oversee project delivery.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office 365

NBS Chorus

Excellent communication

Leadership

Technical problem-solving

Education

HND/BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

MagiCAD

Amtech

Dialux

BREEAM

DREAM

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Design Engineer - Government & MOD Projects -Multidisciplinary Design & Build Consultancy

Permanent Role - £27,500 - £65,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Portsmouth or Monmouth - Hybrid/Flexible Working Available

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer ready to lead complex projects? Or are you a recent Electrical Engineering graduate looking to kickstart your career in a high-impact environment?

We’re seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our expanding team within a respected, multi-disciplinary design & build consultancy. You’ll work on diverse and high-profile projects—including those in secure Government and MOD environments—with a clear route for progression and mentorship.

We welcome candidates with backgrounds in aviation, nuclear, or energy sectors, who bring transferable skills and a strong engineering foundation.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead and manage electrical design projects from concept to delivery.

Ensure designs meet relevant British Standards, legislation, and building regulations.

Conduct technical reviews, calculations, and electrical layouts.

Attend site visits and oversee project delivery and final sign-off.

Collaborate with in-house mechanical, structural, CAD, and PM teams.

Support tender submissions (PQQ/SQ/ITT) and project proposals.

Mentor Graduate Engineers and contribute to team development.

What We’re Looking For:

* HND/BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering.

* 5+ years’ industry experience OR ambitious graduates looking for entry-level roles.

* Strong understanding of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office 365, and NBS Chorus

* Excellent communication, leadership, and technical problem-solving abilities.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

* Ability to obtain (or currently hold) SC security clearance.

Desirable Skills:

Chartered status (CEng) – IET or CIBSE.

Familiarity with Revit, MagiCAD, Amtech, Dialux, BREEAM or DREAM.

Experience in project management within building services.

Background in aviation, nuclear, or energy welcomed for transferable technical expertise.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary: £27,500 - £65,000, based on experience

Career growth & structured mentoring

Hybrid & flexible working options

Involvement in prestigious Government and MOD infrastructure

Funded learning, professional development, and chartership support

Collaborative, high-performing team culture

Whether you’re an established engineer ready to take the lead, or a graduate hungry to learn and grow, we offer an exciting pathway and real-world impact.

Apply today