Electrical Design Engineer - Motherwell

BALFOUR BEATTY; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction group is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to create electrical designs for heavy industries. Candidates should have proficiency in Trimble ProDesign and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include designing LV electrical distribution and ensuring compliance with specifications. The position offers flexible working and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Paid leave

Pension

Share plans

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy industries like Petrochemical and Power Generation.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with consultants.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design.

Responsibilities

• Design LV electrical distribution systems.
• Create specifications, datasheets, and cable calculations.
• Review manufacturer documents for compliance.

Skills

Proficiency in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign

Effective communication skills

Collaboration with designers and project teams

Knowledge of codes of practice

Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Dialux

Relux

SKM

ETAP

Digsilent

PSCAD

Job description

About the role

Our team shapes projects that connect communities and impact daily life for millions. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as an Electrical Design Engineer and build new futures. This role can be based from any of our regional offices across England and Scotland.

Role Purpose:

• To create electrical designs and procure specialist packages in heavy industries

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 accountabilities:

• 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 relevant technical consultants and suppliers

Who we're looking for

Qualities and experience:

• Proficiency in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign
• Focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and project teams
• Effective communication skills and clear writing
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design
• Excellent IT skills are desirable, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)
• Knowledge of codes of practice and regulatory material
• 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
• Use of Dialux or Relux software
• Use of SKM, ETAP, Digsilent, PSCAD
• Design of ATEX systems

Why work for us

Our teams deliver ambitious projects supporting national infrastructure and communities. We offer benefits such as flexible working, paid leave, pension, share plans, 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.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an inclusive culture through our strategies and memberships. We are committed to creating an accessible and equitable workplace for all, including veterans and those with disabilities.