Electrical Design Engineer – Decarbonisation & Retrofit

Carrington West; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

25 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

EV car scheme

Job summary

Carrington West is recruiting an Intermediate Electrical Engineer in Birmingham to support decarbonisation and retrofit projects within an M&E design team. You will help deliver low-carbon electrical solutions across public sector estates, gaining exposure to meaningful sustainability-led work.

The role offers strong progression toward Chartered status (CIBSE/IET) with mentoring and hands-on experience in energy-focused designs.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in electrical building services design.
• Interest or experience in decarbonisation, retrofit or energy projects.
• Understanding of UK building regulations and design standards.
• Experience with Amtech, Dialux or Revit.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design delivery across decarbonisation and retrofit projects.
• Assist in developing low-carbon electrical solutions, including electrification and renewables.
• Produce calculations, drawings, reports and technical documentation.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and asset upgrade strategies.
• Work with clients and project teams to support delivery of sustainability objectives.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including surveyors, sustainability consultants and engineers.
• Attend site visits and support project delivery.

Skills

Electrical design

Decarbonisation knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

Revit

Job description

Carrington West is recruiting an Intermediate Electrical Engineer in Birmingham to support decarbonisation and retrofit projects within an M&E design team. You will help deliver low-carbon electrical solutions across public sector estates, gaining exposure to meaningful sustainability-led work.

The role offers strong progression toward Chartered status (CIBSE/IET) with mentoring and hands-on experience in energy-focused designs.