Electrical Design Engineer - London

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering company as an Electrical Design Engineer, working on high-profile projects across England and Scotland. This role involves creating electrical designs and documentation, with a focus on collaboration and innovation in heavy industries. The position offers flexible working, pension schemes, and a commitment to diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working

Paid leave

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Proficient in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Experience in heavy industries such as Petrochemical, Power, Renewables, and Nuclear.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical designs and procure specialist packages in heavy industries.
• Design LV electrical distribution systems.
• Create documentation such as specifications, datasheets, and drawings.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication efficace

Innovation

Tools

Trimble ProDesign

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Due to the nature of our projects, we require individuals to hold full work rights within the UK, coupled with being eligible for SC level Security Clearance.

What you'll be doing

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

• Create electrical designs and procure specialist packages in heavy industries.
• Design LV electrical distribution systems.
• Create documentation such as specifications, datasheets, cable calculations, schedules, and drawings (via CAD team).
• Review and check manufacturer documents for compliance with project specifications.
• Develop and maintain relationships with technical consultants and suppliers.

Who we're looking for

Qualities and experience:

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

Beneficial experience:

• Design of HV electrical systems.
• Use of AutoCAD and 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 and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports economies and communities. We offer benefits such as flexible working, paid leave, pension schemes, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick specializes in MEP and ME&I solutions, designing and maintaining complex systems that bring buildings to life. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.