Graduate Electrical Design Engineer

OCS Group limited; Tadley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS Group Limited is seeking an experienced Fire Detection and Alarm designer to join our team in the UK. You will design systems for both extensions and new installations, prepare estimates and client proposals, and create accurate drawings with AutoCAD.

You will liaise with commercial and operational management to ensure compliance with procedures, attend contract meetings, and compile project documents and monthly reports for the General Manager.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience designing and modifying Fire Detection and Alarm systems.
• Trained in AutoCAD and familiar with BS5839 Pt1 and LPCB/BRE LPS1014.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety.
• Ability to prepare and present client proposals and reports.

Responsibilities

• Design Fire Detection and Alarm systems, including extensions and new builds.
• Estimate and prepare proposals for client consideration.
• Draw system schematics and layouts.
• Liaise with onsite management to ensure compliance with procedures.
• Attend client contract meetings and prepare monthly activity reports.
• Prepare project files with LPCB/BRE LPS1014 documentation from design to verification.

Skills

Fire alarm design

Estimating

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Health & safety

Contract knowledge

Client liaison

BS5839

LPS1014 standards

Documentation

Education

City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About The Role: Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:45 - 16:30

• Design of Fire Detection and Alarm system
• Estimating and providing proposals for client consideration
• Drawing of Fire Detection and Alarm systems both extensions and new systems
• Liaise with onsite commercial/technical/operational management in order to comply with company procedures
• Attendance at client contract meetings as and when required
• Preparation and presentation of Client Contract Reports
• Prepare project files to include all LPCB/BRE LPS1014 documentation from design certification through to verification
• Maintain Technical Library, including both product and legislative requirement
• Preparation of a monthly report for the General Manager detailing project activities
• Attendance at and participation in the Monthly Contract Meeting
• To carry out any other reasonable requests of senior managementExtensive experience in designing and modification of Fire Detection and Alarm system
• City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Estimation and Design of Fire Detection and Alarm systems, conventional and Analogue Addressable.
• Knowledgeable and control in matters relating to Health & Safety, Environment, Technical and Statutory requirements including CDM regulations and ensure compliance at all times
• Trained and experienced in the use of Auto Cad
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office
• FIA Units1,2,3 in Design
• Knowledge of key operational management disciplines, e.g. quality control, work planning methods
• Able to design Fire systems in line with BS5839 Pt1 and LPCB/BRE LPS1014 standards
• Good sound knowledge and understanding with commercial and contractual issuesOCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
• Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment. Why Work for OCS? Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor's Best Companies to Work For 2025 - we value and motivate our people. Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career. Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources. Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I - Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications! Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)