GRADUATE ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

JP Engineering; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A building services consultancy based in Brentwood, UK is seeking an engineer to assist with the planning and design of electrical projects. The ideal candidate possesses a BEng in Electrical Engineering, has knowledge of health and safety legislation, and is competent in specification design. This role offers opportunities for career progression and involvement in diverse projects with blue-chip clients.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of British Standards.
• Driving Licence required.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of electrical projects.
• Prepare project layouts and construction plans.
• Evaluate and adapt standard techniques for project assignments.
• Ensure quality control standards are met.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Health & Safety knowledge

Specification design/drawing

MS Office proficiency

Problem-solving abilities

Education

BEng or equivalent in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Overview

Excellent opportunity to join a well established building services consultancy with a range of diverse blue chip clients. The company offer a structured career path and plenty of opportunity to progress to chartership.

Requirements

• BEng or equivalent in Electrical or Building Services Engineering


• Basic understanding of Health & Safety Issues and Legislation


• Basic understanding of British Standards


• Driving Licence


• Competent in specification design/drawing for several building types


• Knowledge of MS Office applications - word, excel, etc.


• Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software


• Ability to prioritise own workload


• Ability to work to tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the planning and design of a variety of large and small electrical projects


• Preparing project layouts and construction plans


• Assisting in the various design elements to complete a project, system, component, with other team members with clear and specified objectives involving conventional types of plans


• Assisting in evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to project assignments


• Formulating and solving problems with guidance and direction


• Specifying activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements


• Performing basic and moderately complex engineering design calculations


• Ensuring document control methods are being adhered to and quality control standards are being achieved


• An analytical approach to problem solving and team relationships


• Carry out independent reading and research to support drawing/specification accuracy


• Liaising with contractors in connection with the design and co-ordination of installations