Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Search; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Services Consultancy in Gravesend is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing team. You will lead electrical design across diverse projects, delivering from concept to detailed design and mentoring junior engineers.

You will apply strong knowledge of electrical building services, BS standards and regulations, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality, on-time delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience as Electrical Design Engineer within a Building Services consultancy.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services design.
• Experience delivering projects across various stages of the design process.
• Competent in electrical calculations, specifications and technical reporting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of British Standards and Building Regulations.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and contribute within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to detailed design.
• Undertake electrical design calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation.
• Design electrical systems including LV distribution, lighting, small power, emergency lighting, fire alarms and containment.
• Produce and review electrical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical engineers, architects, structural engineers and other project stakeholders.
• Attend client meetings, design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship and support to junior engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice.
• Manage project deadlines, technical deliverables and design quality.

Skills

Electrical design

Building services

AutoCAD

Revit

Project coordination

Education

Electrical/Building Services degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are working in partnership with an established and highly regarded Building Services Consultancy who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical building services design and will play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take greater responsibility for project delivery, develop client relationships and provide technical leadership within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to detailed design.
• Undertake electrical design calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation.
• Design electrical systems including LV distribution, lighting, small power, emergency lighting, fire alarms and containment.
• Produce and review electrical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical engineers, architects, structural engineers and other project stakeholders.
• Attend client meetings, design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship and support to junior engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice.
• Manage project deadlines, technical deliverables and design quality.

Requirements

• Degree or HNC/HND qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience working as an Electrical Design Engineer within a Building Services Consultancy.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services design.
• Experience delivering projects across various stages of the design process.
• Competent in electrical calculations, specifications and technical reporting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of relevant British Standards and Building Regulations.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing consultancy.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of building services projects.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop technical leadership responsibilities.

Right to Work

Applicants must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.