Electrical Design Engineer - Leeds

BALFOUR BEATTY; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Design Engineer, where your expertise will contribute to groundbreaking infrastructure projects across the UK. This role offers the chance to create innovative electrical designs and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver exceptional solutions in heavy industries. With a focus on continuous improvement and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, you'll be part of a dynamic environment that values your contributions. Enjoy flexible working options and a range of benefits while making a significant impact on vital infrastructure that supports communities and the economy.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension

Share plans

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Proficient in electrical design software and collaboration with project teams.
• Knowledge of heavy industries and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical designs and documentation for heavy industries.
• Review manufacturer documents for compliance with project specifications.

Skills

Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign

Effective communication

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Innovation in design

Knowledge of codes of practice

IT Skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Dialux

Relux

SKM

ETAP

Digsilent

PSCAD

Job description

About the role

Amazing infrastructure isn’t the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as an Electrical Design Engineer and build something to be proud of. This role can be based from any of our regional offices across England and Scotland.

What you'll be doing

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities:

1. Create electrical designs and procure specialist packages in heavy industries.
2. Design LV electrical distribution systems.
3. Create documentation: Specifications & Datasheets, Cable Calculations & Schedules, Drawings (via CAD team).
4. Review and check manufacturer documents for compliance with project specifications.
5. Develop and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and suppliers.

Who we're looking for

Qualities and experience:

• Proficient in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign.
• Focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and project teams to deliver cost-effective and acceptable design solutions.
• Effective communication at all levels and clear, succinct writing skills.
• Promotion of innovation and continuous improvement in design.
• Excellent IT Skills are desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
• Detailed knowledge of codes of practice and regulatory materials.
• Experience in heavy industries such as Petrochemical, Power Generation, Renewables, and Nuclear.

Beneficial experience:

• Design of HV electrical systems.
• Use of AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
• Use of Dialux or Relux software.
• Use of SKM, ETAP, Digsilent, PSCAD software.
• Design of ATEX systems.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing, building, and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports the economy and communities.

Benefits include flexible working options, paid annual leave, family-friendly policies, pension, share plans, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick specializes in MEP and ME&I solutions, designing, installing, and maintaining complex systems that underpin the UK’s infrastructure.

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We are members of various diversity organizations and committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace.