Electrical Engineer

CBRE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in real estate services is seeking an Electrical Bias Engineer in Birmingham. The role involves maintaining and upgrading electrical systems in critical environments. Essential qualifications include 18th Edition certification, with desirable experience in HVAC, BMS, and emergency protocols. The position offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development and training

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and professional team

Qualifications

• Must possess 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification.
• Experience in data centres or trading floors preferred.
• Familiar with BMS, HVAC systems, and emergency response protocols.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdown maintenance requests within SLA timelines.
• Maintain and repair modular UPS systems.
• Conduct risk-focused maintenance and monitor critical systems.
• Provide emergency response and escalate urgent issues.
• Document reactive Helpdesk requests.
• Install and upgrade plant equipment.
• Monitor environmental conditions.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Education

18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer

Job ID 236423 • Posted 01-Sep-2025 • Service line: GWS Segment • Role type: Full-time • Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Role

Electrical Bias Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services, operating in 48 countries with over 70,000 employees. We deliver integrated facilities and corporate real estate management solutions to some of the world’s most respected companies. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Bias Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical background and experience in critical environments such as data centres or trading floors. You’ll be responsible for maintaining and upgrading electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety across our client sites.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdown maintenance requests within SLA timelines.
• Maintain and repair modular UPS systems and diagnose power quality issues.
• Conduct risk-focused maintenance and monitor critical systems.
• Provide emergency response and escalate urgent issues.
• Complete reactive Helpdesk requests and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Undertake site surveys, produce method statements and risk assessments.
• Install and upgrade plant equipment and interpret technical drawings.
• Monitor environmental conditions and equipment loading.
• Ensure compliance with financial and health & safety processes.
• Prepare incident reports and root cause analyses for system outages.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification.

Desirable:

• Experience with BMS, HVAC systems, chilled water circuits, and chilled beams.
• Understanding of CDM processes and H&S procedures (COSHH, Risk Assessments, etc.).
• Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH).
• Testing and inspection of electrical systems.
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols.
• Authorized Person certification (e.g., AP15/12).
• Water hygiene knowledge (L8).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a global leader in real estate services.
• Be part of a supportive and professional team.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.