Electrical Engineer

Hoare Lea; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Stock options

25 days annual leave

Flexible and hybrid working

Job summary

Hoare Lea, a forward‑looking engineering consultancy, is looking for an Electrical Engineer to deliver sustainable electrical systems across science, healthcare, education, and commercial projects from the Oxford office.

You will take briefs, produce calculations and drawings, and coordinate with clients, contractors and other consultants. The role includes site visits, testing support and helping with handover documentation, with hybrid working available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Willingness to progress towards IEng/CEng status.
• Experience with LV distribution, lighting, earthing and protection systems.
• Ability to produce calculations, drawings and technical reports.
• Proficiency with Revit/AutoCAD and related software.

Responsibilities

• Take electrical design briefs from inception through to completion.
• Produce calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Assist with LV distribution and lighting design.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and third parties.
• Attend site visits and review installations against design intent.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover activities.

Skills

Electrical design

Low voltage distribution

Lighting design

Coordination with engineers

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Dialux

OM Electrical

MS Office

Job description

We have an opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to play an important role in delivering high-quality and sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects. Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects while drawing on the wide-ranging expertise available across the firm. The office is involved in projects across complex sectors, including science and research, healthcare, education, commercial and public-sector developments. As an Electrical Engineer, you will contribute to the design and delivery of electrical systems from project inception through to completion. You will take responsibility for defined elements of projects, work closely with the wider design team and liaise with clients, contractors and other consultants to deliver coordinated and compliant electrical solutions. In this varied role, you can expect to:

• Take electrical design briefs and deliver defined elements of projects from inception through to completion.
• Produce electrical calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Assist with the design of low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Design lighting, emergency lighting, small power, earthing, bonding and protection systems.
• Assist with standby power, generator and UPS systems where required.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant regulations, standards, design guides and client requirements.
• Coordinate electrical designs with other engineering disciplines and third-party consultants.
• Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and subcontractors.
• Attend site visits and check electrical installations against the design intent.
• Attend design team, client and project meetings.
• Support electrical testing and commissioning activities.
• Assist with the preparation and review of electrical handover documentation.
• Manage your workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager.
• Maintain technical quality and accuracy across all deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the development of junior team members.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution is preferred.
• A willingness to work towards IEng or CEng status.
• An understanding of low-voltage distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, small power, earthing, bonding and protection systems.
• The ability to assist with electrical calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports.
• Proficiency with relevant industry software, such as Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical and Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work independently on defined electrical design tasks while seeking support when required.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to coordinate with colleagues, clients, contractors and other consultants.
• An interest in site inspections, electrical testing, commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions.
• A commitment to meeting programme, quality and technical standards.
• A willingness to learn, develop and contribute positively as part of a supportive team.
• An interest in sustainable electrical design and energy-efficient building solutions.

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You'll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.