Senior Electrical Design Engineer

ibse; Gravesend; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary dependent on опыт?

29 days' annual leave plus bank and 4‑

Job summary

ibse is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Building Services Design Engineer in North Kent. You will lead electrical design across projects, mentor junior engineers and coordinate with mechanical, structural and architectural teams.

The role combines hands-on design with project leadership and client engagement. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality electrical building services designs using AutoCAD and Revit, ensure compliance with UK regulations, and drive project success

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• ACIBSE (ACIBSE) or equivalent membership.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in electrical building services design.
• At least 3 years leading engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical building services systems and UK standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and British Standards.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design information.
• Strong project management, organisation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet agreed timescales.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and coordination of building services projects from concept to completion.
• Produce and review electrical drawings, schematics, specs and calculations.
• Develop designs using AutoCAD and Revit per UK regs and standards.
• Design and coordinate power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting and fire alarms.
• Review submissions to ensure accuracy, compliance and quality.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, structural and architectural teams.
• Manage design programmes and engineering resources to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Attend client meetings and design reviews, providing electrical expertise.
• Respond to RFIs and technical submissions throughout the lifecycle.
• Provide mentoring and support to junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Client liaison

Mentoring

Coordination across disciplines

Education

Bachelors in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

ACIBSE membership

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Client

We are working with an established and highly regarded building services engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Building Services Design Engineer to join its team in North Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Electrical Design Engineer to take on a senior technical position, delivering electrical building services designs across a range of projects while supporting and mentoring other members of the engineering team.

The successful candidate will combine hands‑on electrical design expertise with project coordination, technical leadership and client engagement, helping to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and coordination of building services projects from concept through to completion.
• Produce and review electrical drawings, schematics, specifications and engineering calculations.
• Develop electrical building services designs using AutoCAD and Revit in accordance with relevant UK regulations and industry standards.
• Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms and associated building services installations.
• Review technical submissions and design documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance and quality.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural and architectural disciplines.
• Manage design programmes, technical deliverables and engineering resources to meet project deadlines and budgets.
• Attend client meetings, technical workshops and design reviews, providing specialist electrical engineering advice.
• Respond to contractor queries, RFIs and technical submissions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring and support to junior engineers and technicians.
• Assist with the management and development of the electrical engineering team.
• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and project delivery.

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Building Services Design Engineer with strong technical capabilities and a proven track record of delivering engineering projects.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Associate membership of CIBSE (ACIBSE) or equivalent professional standing.
• At least 8 years' experience in electrical building services design, or a combination of substantial residential electrical design and site experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience leading engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical building services systems, design calculations and relevant UK standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations, British Standards and applicable electrical engineering guidance.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design information.
• Strong project management, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver accurate technical information within agreed timescales.
• Confidence liaising with clients, contractors and other construction professionals.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for occasional site visits.

Benefits

The company offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications.
• 29 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, including four days allocated to the Christmas shutdown.
• Additional paid day off for your birthday.
• Discretionary annual performance‑related bonus.
• Company pension scheme with salary sacrifice options.
• Private medical insurance following successful completion of probation.
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexitime, potential homeworking and compressed hours, subject to agreement.
• Support towards further education and professional qualifications.
• Payment of eligible professional membership subscriptions.
• Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential counselling and wellbeing support.
• Regular social events and team‑building activities.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits, subject to length of service.

This is an opportunity to join a respected building services consultancy where you can take ownership of electrical design projects, contribute to technical decision‑making and play an important role in developing the engineering team.

The business offers a collaborative working environment, varied project exposure and opportunities for professional development, alongside flexible working arrangements and an excellent benefits package.