Senior Electrical Design Engineer

RGB Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead high-profile projects in Southampton. This hybrid role entails overseeing electrical design solutions across commercial, residential, educational, and healthcare sectors. The successful candidate will mentor junior engineers and ensure project delivery, collaborating with various teams to uphold sustainable practices. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and career development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Structured career development

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in consultancy electrical building services design.
• Proven experience leading design teams and delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of electrical building services systems.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client communications.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated solutions.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems

Excellent leadership

Communication skills

Project management skills

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient in Revit

Experience in consultancy electrical building services design

Education

Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Electrical design software (e.g., Amtech, Dialux)

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Southampton (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking building services consultancy in Southampton. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-profile projects across commercial, residential, education, and healthcare sectors, while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovative, sustainable electrical design solutions. The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will take ownership of complex building services projects from concept through to delivery, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of electrical building services systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, comms/data, and security.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client communications.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering professional and technical growth.
• Collaborate with mechanical, architectural, and sustainability teams to deliver integrated MEP solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with BS 7671, building regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Represent the consultancy in client meetings, workshops, and design reviews.
• Contribute to business development and internal process improvements.

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership (CIBSE, IET, or similar).
• 5+ years' experience in consultancy electrical building services design.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, design coordination, and project delivery.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software (e.g., Amtech, Dialux).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Proven experience leading design teams and delivering complex projects.

Why Join Us

• Work with a consultancy recognised for technical excellence and sustainable design.
• Hybrid working model supporting work-life balance.
• Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Structured career development and professional growth opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse, challenging projects across multiple sectors.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer looking to take ownership of complex projects, mentor a team, and grow their career in a progressive, innovative consultancy. Join us as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer and play a key role in delivering technically excellent and sustainable building services solutions.