Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Pertemps; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Birmingham office. The ideal candidate will lead the design of electrical systems, manage complex projects, and mentor junior engineers. This role offers a competitive salary, a hybrid working model, and the opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment. You will work across various sectors ensuring high-quality sustainable designs.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Private healthcare

Pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in electrical building services consultancy.
• Proficient in relevant electrical design software.
• Ability to manage complex projects and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and coordination of electrical systems.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Manage project deliverables from feasibility to handover.
• Collaborate with teams for coordinated MEP designs.
• Provide mentoring to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations and standards.

Skills

Electrical system design and coordination

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services (BEng, MEng)

Chartered status (CEng) or working towards it

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech

Dialux

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services 📍 Location: Birmingham | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus

Take Technical Ownership and Lead Electrical Design

A well-established and ambitious building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Birmingham office. This role is perfect for an experienced engineer looking to take technical ownership, lead projects, and mentor junior staff while delivering innovative and sustainable building solutions. You’ll work across commercial, healthcare, education, and residential sectors, ensuring high-quality electrical designs and fully coordinated MEP solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and coordination of electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarms, data/communications, and security systems
• Prepare detailed calculations, specifications, technical drawings, and reports
• Manage project deliverables across all stages, from feasibility to handover
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure fully coordinated MEP designs
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and design teams as a key technical point of contact
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations, standards (BS 7671, CIBSE), and sustainability objectives
• Support business development and contribute to internal processes and standards improvement

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services (BEng, MEng, or equivalent)
• Chartered status (CEng) or actively working towards it (e.g., CIBSE, IET)
• 6+ years’ experience in electrical building services consultancy
• Strong expertise in electrical system design and coordination
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software (Amtech, Dialux)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and mentor junior engineers

Why Join?

• Work with an ambitious consultancy recognised for technical excellence and sustainable design
• Hybrid working model to support work-life balance
• Competitive salary with performance-related bonus and benefits including pension and private healthcare
• Supportive culture with clear career progression and professional development
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects across multiple sectors

If you’re a Senior Electrical Design Engineer ready to lead projects and develop your career in Birmingham, apply now for a confidential discussion.