Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Tec Partners; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced Electrical or EC&I Design Engineer to join a skilled team dedicated to sustainable building services projects. This role offers the chance to work on renewable energy systems and low-carbon technologies, contributing to impactful projects across various sectors. You'll engage in the entire project lifecycle, from initial site surveys to detailed designs and commissioning support. With a focus on collaboration and regulatory compliance, this position promises a dynamic work environment that values forward-thinking and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design or installation within building services.
• Proficient in AutoCAD LT and Amtech or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical systems for renewable energy projects.
• Producing detailed design drawings and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Electrical design of LV distribution

Electrical calculations (load estimation, cable sizing)

Integrating CHP, heat pumps, transformers

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD LT

Amtech

PLC

SCADA

BMS

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical or EC&I Design Engineer to contribute to the delivery of sustainable, innovative, and high–quality building services projects in sectors such as healthcare, leisure, hospitality, and industry.

You'll join a highly skilled engineering team focused on designing distributed generation, renewable integration, and low–carbon energy systems. You'll be involved in the full project lifecycle – from site survey and concept through to detailed design, commissioning support, and handover.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 6 months

• IR35 Status: Inside IR35

• Rate: 480– 520/day (depending on experience)

• Location: Home based – Windsor office attendance 1–2 times/month + occasional UK–wide site visits)

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical design of LV distribution and renewable energy systems

• Electrical calculations (load estimation, cable sizing, protection devices)

• Integrating CHP, heat pumps, transformers, and district heating solutions

• Producing detailed design drawings (SLDs, cable schedules, panel layouts)

• Ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., G99, G100, CDM 2015)

• Supporting construction, commissioning, and quality assurance

• Coordinating with cross–functional teams and external stakeholders

Technical Requirements:

• Proficient in AutoCAD LT and Amtech (or similar software)

• Experience with building services or electrical/control systems

• Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, BMS, and energy control systems

• Advantageous: knowledge of EPLAN, earthing, lightning protection, or metering

• Understanding of CDM regulations and safety in design best practices

• Degree or HNC–qualified in Electrical Engineering (or related field)

• Experience in electrical design or installation within building services or renewables

• Forward–thinking, with strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset

• Excellent communication skills and confident client–facing presence

• Able to work independently and take initiative across technical project phases