Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Search; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Search is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Cambridge to lead the electrical design of building services projects from feasibility to construction. You will deliver power distribution, lighting, alarms, security, and renewables while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The role requires a degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering, strong Building Services consultancy background, and Chartered status or active progression toward it.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience within a Building Services Consultancy delivering electrical building services designs.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards chartership through CIBSE or IET.
• Experience using BIM processes and Revit MEP.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech/Trimble ProDesign, Dialux/Relux.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of building services projects from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction and project completion.
• Produce and review electrical designs including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms, security systems, small power, standby power and renewable technologies.
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, technical reports and drawings in line with industry standards and client requirements.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural and architectural disciplines for integrated solutions.
• Attend client, design team and project meetings, providing technical expertise and building client relationships.
• Manage project deliverables to ensure quality, programme and budget objectives.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, graduates and technicians, providing technical guidance and reviewing design work.
• Ensure designs comply with current legislation, British Standards and Building Regulations.
• Undertake site visits, surveys and inspections during project delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and sustainable design practices.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Mentoring

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech ProDesign

Dialux Relux

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading Building Services Consultancy for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Residential and Mixed-Use sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile developments while progressing your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of building services projects from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design, construction and project completion.
• Produce and review electrical designs including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms, security systems, small power, standby power and renewable technologies.
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, technical reports and drawings in line with industry standards and client requirements.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural and architectural disciplines to ensure fully integrated solutions.
• Attend client, design team and project meetings, providing technical expertise and building strong professional relationships.
• Manage project deliverables to ensure quality, programme and budget objectives are achieved.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, graduates and technicians, providing technical guidance and reviewing design work.
• Ensure designs comply with current legislation, British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice.
• Undertake site visits, surveys and inspections as required throughout project delivery.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards, innovation and sustainable design practices across the business.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience within a Building Services Consultancy, delivering electrical building services designs.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems within commercial buildings and the wider built environment.
• Experience delivering projects across one or more of the following sectors: Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Residential or Mixed-Use developments.
• Proficient in industry software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech/Trimble ProDesign, Dialux/Relux and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent understanding of current Building Regulations, British Standards and relevant industry guidance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver work to programme and budget.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards chartership through CIBSE or IET.
• Experience using BIM processes and Revit MEP.
• Knowledge of low-carbon technologies, energy-efficient building design and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Previous experience mentoring junior engineers and leading project teams.