Electrical Design Engineer (Senior to Associate)

Pertemps; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services consultancy in Plymouth is seeking a Senior to Associate Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves leading electrical designs, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with UK standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in electrical design, strong skills in AutoCAD and Revit, and a passion for sustainable engineering. A competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in building services electrical design.
• Proven expertise in UK standards and regulations.
• Chartered status (CEng, IEng) or working towards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed electrical designs for various systems.
• Collaborate with clients and ensure compliance with standards.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Electrical system design

AutoCAD

Revit (BIM)

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Sustainable engineering

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (Senior to Associate) – Building Services Consultancy

Location: Plymouth (Hybrid Working)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Bonus

About Us

Join a respected building services consultancy in Plymouth, delivering innovative and sustainable MEP solutions across healthcare, education, commercial, and residential sectors. We pride ourselves on technical excellence, creativity, and client-focused designs.

The Role

We are seeking Senior to Associate Electrical Design Engineers to contribute to technically challenging projects. You will:

• Lead detailed electrical designs: power distribution, lighting, fire & life safety, and BMS systems.
• Produce and review calculations, specifications, single-line diagrams, and CAD/Revit drawings.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout all stages of a project.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards and regulations (BS 7671, CIBSE).
• Incorporate sustainable design practices and low-carbon technologies.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and QA processes.

About You

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline.
• Typically 5+ years’ experience in building services electrical design (consultancy or similar).
• Strong skills in AutoCAD and Revit (BIM).
• Proven expertise in electrical system design and UK standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management abilities.
• Passionate about sustainable engineering and innovation.
• Chartered status (CEng, IEng) or working towards chartership is preferred.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high-profile, diverse projects emphasizing technical excellence and sustainability.
• Supportive environment fostering professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary with performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements promoting work-life balance.

If you are a Senior or Associate Electrical Design Engineer seeking a stimulating role in a forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion.

Please note that we do not offer sponsorships. All applicants must have full UK right to work with no future visa requirements.