Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Plymouth

Balfour Beatty; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, where you'll create innovative electrical designs that meet client specifications. This role offers the chance to work on ambitious infrastructure projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Enjoy flexible working options and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days paid leave

Pension schemes

Share incentives

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Proficient in electrical design and documentation management.
• Experience in nuclear environments and related governance.

Responsibilities

• Design LV electrical distribution systems and cable containment systems.
• Create and manage documentation such as specifications and reports.

Skills

Electrical Design

LV Electrical Distribution Systems

Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign

Microsoft Office

Nuclear Environment Experience

Job description

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About the role

Amazing infrastructure isn't the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer based in Devonport and build something to be proud of.

Role Purpose

To create Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation designs in line with client specifications. To procure and manage relevant specialist work packages required to meet project requirements.

What you'll be doing

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Design LV electrical distribution systems (HV experience desired but not essential).
• Design of cable containment/support systems.
• Willingness to undergo necessary security clearances (BPSS/SC).
• Experience working in nuclear environments and understanding associated governance.
• Create and manage documentation such as specifications, datasheets, cable calculations, reports, plans, drawings, change requests, and commissioning reports.
• Review manufacturer documents for compliance with project specifications.
• Provide HR and technical authority to direct reports and support technical reviews.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, technical consultants, and suppliers.
• Mentor engineers, graduates, and trainees within your team.

Who we're looking for

Candidates should:

• Be proficient in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign.
• Focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and project teams.
• Have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
• Possess knowledge of codes of practice and regulatory materials.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports the economy and communities.

Benefits include flexible working options, 25 days paid leave, family-friendly policies, pension schemes, share incentives, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick (BBK) is a leading provider of MEP and ME&I solutions with over 100 years of engineering expertise, serving sectors like aviation, buildings, civils, defence, energy, and nuclear.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, actively participating in initiatives and holding awards that recognize our efforts to create an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel, veterans, reservists, and individuals with disabilities.