Senior Electrical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bolton is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing high-integrity electrical systems for critical environments like data centres and healthcare. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in building services design. The position offers competitive salary, professional development, and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Dynamic work environment

Clear progression and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant design experience in building services.
• Strong understanding of UK electrical standards and regulations.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support electrical design of building services systems.
• Produce detailed design packages including load calculations.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Building Services Engineering

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech

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Senior Electrical Design Engineer, bolton, greater manchester

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Client:

V7 Recruitment

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Electrical Building Services Design Engineer to join a well-established team delivering high-integrity electrical infrastructure for mission-critical environments. The successful candidate will be involved in the design and development of robust, efficient, and compliant electrical systems for projects in sectors such as data centres, financial services, healthcare, and other highly serviced facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support the electrical design of building services systems including low and high voltage power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, and earthing.
• Produce detailed design packages: load calculations, cable sizing, coordination studies, and schematic diagrams.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound and cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure all designs comply with current regulations, industry standards (e.g., BS7671, CIBSE, IEC), and specific project requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and engineering drawings using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Amtech.
• Support tendering activities and contribute to technical submissions and proposals.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, industry trends, and sustainable design practices.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• 3–5 years of relevant design experience in building services, ideally within critical environments.
• Strong understanding of UK electrical standards and regulations.
• Proficiency in relevant design and calculation software (AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech, Dialux/Relux).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership (e.g., IET, CIBSE) is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically complex projects.
• A dynamic and forward-thinking work environment.
• Clear progression and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements where applicable.