Electrical Design Engineer - Newcastle

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to create and manage electrical designs. You will collaborate across teams, design LV electrical distribution systems, and ensure compliance with project specifications. Ideal candidates have relevant industry experience and proficiency in key software. This role offers flexible working conditions and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Smart working

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Must hold full work rights within the UK.
• Eligible for SC level Security Clearance.
• 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.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and suppliers.

Skills

Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign

Collaboration

Communication skills

IT Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)

Knowledge of codes of practice

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.

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

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

Who we're looking for

Qualities and experience:

• Must be proficient in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign.
• Clear focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and project teams to deliver cost effective and acceptable design solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and write clearly and succinctly.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design.
• Excellent IT Skills are desirable.
• Microsoft Office experience is essential including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint.
• Detailed knowledge of codes of practice and other regulatory material.
• Experience in a broad range of heavy industries such as Petrochemical, Power, 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

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

At Balfour Beatty we believe that every employee is an essential component of a successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone and Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit the diversity and inclusion page. We are members of WISE, enei, Business Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed commitments to demonstrate our long-term actions on Black inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers to employment. We also offer an interview if applicants meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit the disability confidence campaign page. We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and welcome feedback at [e-mail].