Electrical Engineer – Lighting Design Specialist

SYSTRA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Electric car scheme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

SYSTRA is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Lighting Design Specialist to support multidisciplinary design projects in the built environment and transport sectors in the UK. The role focuses on interior and exterior lighting systems and their integration with wider project design.

The position offers hybrid working arrangements in London, with opportunities to contribute to innovative engineering solutions while collaborating across disciplines and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical services design for built environment or transport.
• Proficiency with lighting calculations software.
• Collaborative with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• HNC or equivalent in electrical engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare outline and detailed lighting and electrical designs for multidisciplinary projects.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure integrated designs.
• Provide progress updates to senior engineers and project management.
• Apply health and safety requirements to project delivery.
• Support process improvements and professional development.

Skills

Electrical design

Lighting design

Coordination

Communication

Education

HNC in electrical engineering or equivalent

Tools

Dialux/Relux

Job description

Around the world, SYSTRA's specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

Context

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer – Lighting Design Specialist, to support the delivery of multidisciplinary design projects within the built environment and transport infrastructure sectors. This role will contribute to the development of innovative and effective engineering solutions across a range of building services, rail and infrastructure schemes, with a particular focus on interior and exterior lighting systems and their integration within wider project design.

Missions/Main Duties

• Prepare outline and detailed designs for multidisciplinary projects, ensuring outputs are technically robust and appropriate to project requirements.
• Follow established procedures and project controls throughout delivery to support quality, consistency and compliance.
• Interface with other disciplines and external engineers to ensure multidisciplinary designs are coordinated, integrated and effectively developed.
• Contribute technical expertise to project-specific tasks and support the delivery of engineering solutions across a range of schemes.
• Provide updates to senior engineers, technical leads and project management teams on project progress and key issues.
• Apply relevant health and safety requirements to support the wellbeing of staff and others affected by SYSTRA’s work.
• Support the development of innovative ideas and contribute to business improvement initiatives where appropriate.
• Continue to build your professional capability in line with SYSTRA’s expectations and your chosen professional body.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with SYSTRA’s values by contributing to a culture of excellence, collaboration, respect and empowerment.

Profile/Skills

• Experience in electrical services design within the built environment and/or transport infrastructure sectors.
• Experience in the use of industry-wide software for electrical/lighting calculations and design.
• An understanding of multidisciplinary design issues associated with the built environment.
• HNC qualification, or equivalent, in a relevant electrical engineering discipline.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Good communication skills and the ability to provide clear technical input across project teams.
• A proactive attitude towards professional development, quality and continuous improvement.

Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment,

• a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

• Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions, to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support.
• We offer two paid days for charity work
• an ever-growing social calendar

About

If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email: [e-mail] where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

Workplace Type

Hybrid