Senior Electrical Design Engineer Lead HighImpact Projects

Search; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Search is recruiting an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer for a leading Building Services Consultancy. You will lead electrical design across Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Residential and Mixed-Use sectors from feasibility through to project completion.

Based in Cambridge, you will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure designs meet Building Regulations and standards. Strong client-facing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant experience in a Building Services Consultancy delivering electrical building services designs.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems in commercial buildings and wider built environment.
• Experience across Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Residential or Mixed-Use sectors.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech/Trimble ProDesign, Dialux/Relux and MS Office.
• Excellent understanding of Building Regulations and British Standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meeting programme and budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design from feasibility to completion.
• Produce and review electrical designs including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms, security systems, and standby power.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, technical reports and drawings per standards.
• Coordinate with mechanical, structural and architectural disciplines.
• Attend meetings and manage client relations.
• Ensure quality, programme and budget objectives are met.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and Building Regulations.
• Conduct site visits and surveys as required.

Skills

Electrical design

Building services

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech/Trimble ProDesign

Dialux/Relux

Client communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Amtech/Trimble ProDesign

Dialux/Relux

Microsoft Office

Job description

Search is recruiting an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer for a leading Building Services Consultancy. You will lead electrical design across Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Residential and Mixed-Use sectors from feasibility through to project completion.

Based in Cambridge, you will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure designs meet Building Regulations and standards. Strong client-facing skills are essential.