Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services

Options Resourcing Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Options Resourcing Ltd is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for a Building Services consultancy in Sittingbourne, Kent. You will take ownership of electrical design across commercial, residential and industrial projects, guiding from concept to completion and supervising junior engineers.

You will lead design tasks, coordinate with architects and mechanical engineers, ensure compliance with UK regulations and standards, and contribute to energy‑efficient and smart building solutions,

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience within Building Services/MEP consultancy.
• Experience leading MEP teams across multiple projects.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical standards and Building Regulations.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit or similar design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design projects from concept through to completion.
• Act as Project Lead, managing project delivery, timescales and technical requirements.
• Design and specify electrical systems including power distribution, lighting and fire alarm systems.
• Coordinate electrical design with architects, mechanical engineers, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Carry out site surveys, assessments and feasibility studies.
• Produce, review and approve technical drawings, calculations and reports.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant UK electrical standards and Building Regulations.
• Support the delivery of energy-efficient and sustainable electrical solutions.
• Contribute to the integration of renewable energy and smart building technologies.
• Oversee testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Build strong relationships with clients and other key project stakeholders.
• Support the development of new client relationships and wider business opportunities.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Coordination

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Options Resourcing Ltd is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for a Building Services consultancy in Sittingbourne, Kent. You will take ownership of electrical design across commercial, residential and industrial projects, guiding from concept to completion and supervising junior engineers.

You will lead design tasks, coordinate with architects and mechanical engineers, ensure compliance with UK regulations and standards, and contribute to energy‑efficient and smart building solutions,