Senior Electrical Design Engineer

RGB Network; North East; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected MEP consultancy in Gateshead is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead projects and mentor junior engineers. This office-based role involves designing electrical systems for diverse projects across retail, education, healthcare, and more. The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, proven design experience, and be proficient in CAD tools. The role offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Support for qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design within a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy.
• Knowledge of 230V power distribution systems.
• Experience working to ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for building services projects with minimal supervision.
• Mentor and guide a small team of engineers.
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors and suppliers.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication

Project management

Education

Degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

Job description

Overview

Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Salary: 48,000 – 60,000
Location: Gateshead

About the Role

You will lead the electrical design for a range of projects, from concept and detailed design to installation support and commissioning. Projects span retail, education, healthcare, residential and commercial developments, giving you exposure to diverse and technically interesting work. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of the team, helping ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

This is an office–based role with a collaborative, hands–on culture. You will work closely with colleagues, clients and contractors, with opportunities to develop your technical and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for building services projects with minimal supervision
• Mentor and guide a small team of engineers
• Plan, manage and deliver projects to agreed budgets and timelines
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors and suppliers
• Provide technical input and support throughout installation and commissioning stages
• Deliver solutions compliant with current regulations and sustainability standards

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in electrical design within a multi–disciplinary engineering consultancy
• Knowledge of 230V power distribution systems
• Proficient in electrical CAD packages such as Amtech and Dialux
• Experience working to ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management standards
• Degree–qualified in electrical engineering, with chartership preferred or underway
• Strong communicator, able to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of current wiring regulations is desirable

Benefits

• Basic salary of 48,000 – 60,000
• Three–month probation salary review and annual review thereafter
• Discretionary bonus for high achievers
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme and death in service benefit
• 23 days annual leave plus early finish Fridays
• Support for qualifications and professional development
• Opportunity to work in a small, growing, and supportive team environment
• Exposure to a wide variety of technically interesting projects

If you are looking for a role where you can lead projects, mentor a small team, and develop your technical expertise in a collaborative, office–focused environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected MEP consultancy in Gateshead.

Please contact:
Alex Bartley
RGB Network
Office: (phone number removed)
Email: .co .uk