Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer

S & D Trade Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected building services consultancy is looking for an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in Croydon. The role involves designing and delivering electrical systems across multiple sectors, including education and healthcare. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and proven design experience, along with skills in software tools like AutoCAD and Revit. This is a great opportunity to grow in a collaborative environment while working on diverse projects.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary bonus scheme

Company pension scheme

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven electrical design experience in building services or construction.
• Competent in preparing technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical design layouts, schematics, and drawings.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Skills

Electrical Design Experience

AutoCAD

Revit

Hevacomp

Amtech

Dialux Evo

Understanding of UK Building Regulations

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

HNC, HND, or degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Job description

S&D Trade Recruitment is working with a respected building services consultancy based in Croydon to find an Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to further develop their skills on a wide range of projects within a supportive, collaborative environment.

You ll be involved in the design and delivery of electrical building services across sectors such as education, residential developments, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, condition and acquisition surveys, and contract administration. Reporting directly to the Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will join a team of five within your department, where strong teamwork and communication are essential. You will also collaborate closely with other teams across the business and engage regularly with clients and stakeholders.

Hours: 37.5 per week. Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5.30 pm with an hour for lunch.
Salary: GBP35,000 to GBP50,000, depending on experience.

Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical design layouts, schematics, and drawings in line with project requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, concept and detailed design stages, and tender packages.
• Undertake site visits, condition surveys, and inspections to inform design and verify installation progress.
• Support project delivery and coordination by working alongside multi–disciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations including the Building Regulations, British Standards, IEE Wiring Regulations, CIBSE Guides, and CDM Regulations.
• Produce and update design work using AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, Amtech, and Dialux Evo.
• Show initiative and a willingness to take on increasing levels of project responsibility over time.
• Flexibility to travel to project sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays when required.

Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer Required Experience and Skills

• HNC, HND, or degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services.
• Experience within the building services or construction industry is essential.
• Proven electrical design experience, including proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, Amtech, and Dialux Evo.
• Strong understanding of current UK building regulations and electrical standards.
• Competent in preparing technical drawings, specifications, and design calculations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Membership with a relevant professional body such as CIBSE or IET is desirable but not essential.

Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• All travel expenses outside of the normal commute, including petrol or alternative transport costs, plus any additional expenses, will be reimbursed.

This job is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, who are operating as an employment business and are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client.