Electrical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Six weeks’ holiday

Pension scheme

Professional subscription covered

Mentoring toward chartership

Parental & sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Intermediate-Level) in London to join a forward-thinking MEP consultancy. You will design electrical building services, perform calculations, and engage with clients on technical solutions.

The role offers growth toward chartership and exposure to sustainable building projects. The position features a competitive salary, a clear career path, mentoring, and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in electrical building services design within a UK-based MEP consultancy.
• Working towards chartership or ready to begin the process.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and building services systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated designs.
• Producing detailed electrical designs and calculations for building services systems.
• Attending project meetings with clients and stakeholders to discuss progress and technical solutions.
• Conducting site visits to review installations and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Supporting junior team members with technical guidance and mentoring.
• Researching and implementing sustainable engineering practices in your designs.
• Managing project deadlines and ensuring deliverables are met to a high standard.
• Working under the guidance of Senior and Principal Engineers while developing greater autonomy.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Mentoring juniors

Sustainability mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

ProDesign

Bluebeam

Job description

Electrical Engineer (Intermediate-Level)

Location: London
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineer (Intermediate-Level) to join a well-established and forward-thinking MEP engineering consultancy based in London. This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering innovative and sustainable building services solutions across a variety of sectors.
This position is ideal for an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in UK-based MEP consultancy and building services design. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, develop their technical expertise, and progress towards professional accreditation in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£45,000 - £55,000 DOE) and annual bonus.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Six weeks' holiday, including bank holidays.
• Pension scheme to secure your future.
• Professional institution subscription covered.
• Mentoring and support towards achieving chartership.
• Generous parental and sick pay policies.
• Clear and structured career progression opportunities.
• Opportunities to contribute to wider business activities and initiatives.

Day-to-Day

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated designs.
• Producing detailed electrical designs and calculations for building services systems.
• Attending project meetings with clients and stakeholders to discuss progress and technical solutions.
• Conducting site visits to review installations and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Supporting junior team members with technical guidance and mentoring.
• Researching and implementing sustainable engineering practices in your designs.
• Managing project deadlines and ensuring deliverables are met to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical building services systems for a variety of sectors.
• Producing detailed technical designs and documentation to a high standard.
• Collaborating with architects, structural engineers, clients, and other stakeholders to deliver coordinated designs.
• Attending client and design team meetings to provide technical input and updates.
• Conducting site visits to monitor installation progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Supporting and mentoring graduate engineers in their technical development.
• Developing practical, sustainable, and energy-efficient engineering solutions.
• Managing your workload effectively across multiple projects.
• Working under the guidance of Senior and Principal Engineers while developing greater autonomy.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in electrical building services design within a UK-based MEP consultancy.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and building services systems.
• Proficiency in design software such as Revit, ProDesign, and Bluebeam (desirable).
• A keen interest in sustainable engineering and low-energy building design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Working towards chartership or ready to begin the process.

If you are an ambitious and technically skilled Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join a consultancy that values innovation, sustainability, and professional growth.