Senior Electrical Design Engineer

COWI; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Flexible and hybrid working

Private health care

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

COWI is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Greater London to enhance our infrastructure MEP design capabilities. The role encompasses overseeing design and specification of MV/LV power systems, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on various projects. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in UK infrastructure projects.

This position offers a hybrid working model along with benefits such as 28 days annual leave, professional development opportunities, and health care.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or similar qualification.
• Experience in large scale UK infrastructure electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and specification of MV/LV power systems.
• Prepare technical specifications and conduct technical reviews.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for design models.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

BIM Software

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Technical Specifications Preparation

Knowledge of British Standards

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

ETAP

Revit

Open Buildings Designer

Job description

Position

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Type

Permanent

Work Arrangement

Office/Home Hybrid Working

Overview

To grow our Infrastructure MEP design capability, we are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join us. Working for UK and international clients, you’ll have the ability to run multiple concurrent medium sized projects. You’ll have responsibility for the development, design & coordination of electrical services for infrastructure projects. COWI's active markets include water, transportation and mission critical sectors among others.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering work related to the design and specification of MV/LV power systems and distribution, including the production of single line diagrams, load schedules, cable calculations, and general arrangements.
• Oversee the design of other electrical systems, including fire alarm, security, lighting design, lightning protection and earthing.
• Preparation of technical specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, particularly with the BIM team, to prepare design models and drawings.
• Conduct thorough technical reviews of electrical designs, calculations, and specifications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project requirements.
• Participate in project meetings, site surveys and inspections.
• Adhere to all quality and governance processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• A degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or a similar professional qualification.
• Experience working on large scale UK infrastructure electrical design projects.
• Experience and agility to work across sectors as necessary.
• Demonstrable knowledge in using related software including Amtech, Dialux and ETAP.
• Proficiency in working with BIM software such as Revit, Open Buildings Designer or similar.
• Awareness and knowledge of energy reduction methods, carbon calculations, and sustainable design (particularly low energy).
• A good understanding of British and industry recognised technical standards and regulations.
• The ability to prioritise own workload and to work to deadlines.
• Knowledge of CDM2015 regulations, with an understanding of key health and safety issues and legislation.

Benefits

• 28 days’ holiday plus all UK bank and public holidays.
• Formalised development plans and yearly promotion opportunities.
• Private health care for you and your immediate dependents.
• Flexible and hybrid working conditions.
• Annual subscription fees paid for your membership of two Professional Institutions.
• Group personal pension scheme – salary exchange.
• Life assurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.