Electrical Designer & Estimator

The Curve Group; Melksham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Curve Group is seeking an Electrical Designer & Estimator to lead electrical design packages for complex M&E projects. Based in Melksham, you will work with clients, engineers and project managers to develop compliant, cost-effective electrical solutions from concept through installation.

The role includes site surveys, tender preparation and collaboration with estimating to turn designs into competitive bids. Experience in data centre or telecom sectors is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree, HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least three years' relevant experience in electrical engineering, design or estimating.
• Proven track record across design office and construction environments.
• Knowledge of British and European electrical design standards.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to define project scopes and electrical solutions.
• Perform intrusive electrical site surveys and assess existing installations.
• Develop electrical designs with engineers, architects and stakeholders.
• Prepare design packages for tendering and support DBS projects.
• Collaborate with estimating to produce competitive bids and tenders.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the project team.
• Support installation and delivery in line with designs and regulations.
• Mentor and develop junior technical staff.

Skills

Client engagement

Site surveys

Tender preparation

Estimating

Technical leadership

Project support

Installation & delivery

Team development

Compliance & sustainability

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

AutoCAD

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Designer & Estimator

Location: UK-based projects, primarily across the South of England

Office: Melksham

About the Company

My client specialises in delivering high-quality Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) installations across the data centre and telecommunications industries, alongside the refurbishment of technical facilities and office environments for leading blue-chip organisations.

Operating throughout the UK, with the majority of projects based in the South of England, the business focuses on upgrading and refurbishing existing technical facilities for some of the UK's most recognised brands.

They are now looking for an Electrical Designer & Estimator to join their team, playing a key role in developing electrical designs, preparing competitive tenders and supporting projects from initial concept through to installation and delivery.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer with a background in design, estimating or project delivery to take ownership of electrical design packages and contribute to the successful delivery of complex M&E projects.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary project team, you will collaborate with clients, engineers, architects and project managers to develop practical, compliant and cost-effective electrical solutions. You will also support the estimating process, helping to turn designs into accurate tenders and bids.

With guidance from the Technical Sales Director, you will take a leading role in the development of design deliverables, provide technical expertise to colleagues and support the development of other technical team members.

Experience in the data centre or telecommunications sectors would be advantageous, but candidates with strong electrical design and estimating experience gained in other relevant environments are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Client engagement: Meet with clients to understand their requirements, develop project scopes and identify suitable electrical solutions.
• Site surveys: Carry out intrusive electrical site surveys, assessing existing installations and identifying solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Electrical design: Develop electrical designs in collaboration with engineers, architects and other project stakeholders.
• Tender preparation: Produce design packages suitable for tendering, supporting Design and Build projects and progressing designs from tender stage through to construction.
• Estimating and bids: Work closely with the estimating department to prepare competitive bids and tenders, undertaking detailed electrical estimations where required.
• Technical leadership: Take responsibility for the quality and development of design deliverables, working alongside the Technical Sales Director.
• Project support: Provide electrical technical guidance to project managers and the wider project team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Installation and delivery: Support site teams during construction and installation, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with the agreed designs, client specifications and relevant regulations.
• Team development: Support the line management, mentoring and development of assigned technical staff.
• Compliance and sustainability: Ensure designs meet applicable British and European standards, regulatory requirements and client specifications, with a focus on practical, low-carbon solutions.

About You

You will be a technically capable and commercially aware electrical professional who understands how electrical projects progress from initial client discussions and site surveys through design, estimating and construction.

You will be confident taking ownership of your work, solving problems and communicating technical information to clients and colleagues. You should also be comfortable working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and supporting projects through to successful completion.

Ideally, you will have:

• A degree, HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least three years' relevant experience in electrical engineering, design or estimating.
• A proven track record of electrical engineering experience across both design office and construction environments.
• A sound technical understanding of electrical systems and their practical application.
• Experience preparing electrical designs, specifications, tenders or cost estimates.
• An understanding of project delivery, contract management, financial procedures, surveying and project stages.
• Knowledge of relevant British and European electrical design standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good IT skills, with AutoCAD experience advantageous but not essential.
• A flexible, proactive approach, with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• The confidence to use your initiative while working effectively as part of a team.

Experience within the data centre, telecommunications or wider M&E sectors would be beneficial, but sector-specific experience is not essential for the right candidate.