Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Armagh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sustainable projects

Career progression

Mentorship

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the electrical aspects of MEP designs, collaborating with mechanical, BIM, and CDP teams on major design & build projects.

You will deliver calculations, schematics, specifications and schedules, ensuring compliance with British Standards, building regulations and environmental frameworks, while mentoring junior engineers and supporting construction teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Services Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years' experience as an Electrical Design Engineer in building services.
• Working knowledge of British Building Regulations, BS EN Standards, and CIBSE Guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with MS Office and engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical aspects of MEP designs, collaborating with mechanical, BIM, and CDP teams.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through detailed design, preparing calculations, schematics, specs and schedules.
• Ensure designs meet client expectations and comply with BS, building regulations and environmental frameworks.
• Participate in design team meetings, workshops, and contribute to Engineering Reports and Basis of Design.
• Provide input during estimating, tendering and value engineering.
• Manage timelines, budgets, risk assessments and client expectations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support construction teams during delivery.

Skills

Strong verbal & written communication

Analytical & problem solving

AutoCAD

MS Office & engineering analysis tools

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Degree in Building Services or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Engineering analysis software

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Major Design & Build Projects)

• Work on high-profile Design & Build projects with industry leaders.
• Emphasis on technical excellence, sustainability, and compliance with environmental frameworks.
• Collaborative work culture with multidisciplinary teams and opportunities for career growth.

About Your New Job as Electrical Design Engineer

• As the Electrical Design Engineer, you will lead the electrical aspects of MEP designs, collaborating closely with mechanical, BIM, and CDP teams.
• You will oversee and lead project delivery from initial concept through detailed technical design stages, preparing calculations, schematics, specifications, and schedules.
• You will ensure designs meet client expectations and comply with British Standards, building regulations, environmental frameworks (Part L, BREEAM, LEED), and contractual obligations.
• You will participate in, and occasionally lead, design team meetings, technical workshops, and contribute to key project documents such as Engineering Reports and Basis of Design.
• You will provide input during estimating, tendering, and value engineering as required.
• You will manage timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and client expectations.
• You will mentor junior engineers and support construction teams during project delivery.

What Skills You Need as Design Engineer

• Degree in Building Services Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years' experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within the building services industry.
• Working knowledge of British Building Regulations, BS EN Standards, and CIBSE Guidance documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with strong technical understanding.
• Working knowledge and experience using AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with IT tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, engineering analysis, and calculation software.

Desirable qualities include:

• Chartered Membership of a Professional Body (IET/CIBSE/EI/SLL).
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks (BREEAM/LEED/WELL).
• Experience with BIM processes, especially clash detection using Navisworks.
• Familiarity with modular MEP design for off-site construction.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Work on innovative, sustainable projects with industry-leading clients.
• Career progression, mentorship, and opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative environment and exposure to multidisciplinary expertise.