Senior Electrical Designer

First Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to lead electrical design on complex, regulated projects in Manchester. The role covers development from concept through to construction, with emphasis on safety, standards and documentation.

The candidate should have 10+ years in engineering, strong CAD/3D modelling skills, and the ability to obtain security clearance. This is a contract position based in Manchester.

Qualifications

• ONC/OND/HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Ability to hold or obtain Security Clearance.
• Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements within relevant engineering sectors.
• More than 10 years' engineering experience in relevant or similar industries.
• Proficient in CAD software and engineering drawing production.
• Experience with 3D modelling tools such as Navisworks, AVEVA E3D or Revit.
• Knowledge of LV electrical design principles and practices.
• Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working within highly regulated engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, practical and economical designs for clients in compliance with company procedures and industry standards.
• Produce drawing office deliverables including SLDs, cable schedules, MTOs, BCDs, schematics, layouts.
• Check and review drawings in line with procedures.
• Liaise with other engineering disciplines for coordinated development.
• Develop and maintain 3D models using Navisworks, AVEVA E3D and Revit.
• Support delivery of electrical design packages from concept to issue for construction.
• Ensure designs comply with technical, safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical design

3D modelling

Navisworks

AVEVA E3D

Revit

UK legislation & standards

CAD software

Industrial infrastructure

Security clearance

Documentation

Education

ONC/OND/HNC/HND or equivalent in engineering

Tools

Navisworks

AVEVA E3D

Revit

CAD

Job description

Take the lead on complex electrical design projects within a highly regulated environment while contributing to the delivery of critical infrastructure programmes.

Our Client has a requirement for a Senior Electrical Designer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Manchester.

Role Purpose:

• Produce safe, practical and cost-effective electrical design solutions to a high professional standard.
• Deliver high-quality electrical design documentation in accordance with project and company requirements.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams throughout the design lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, standards and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of complex engineering projects within a regulated environment.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Provide safe, practical and economical designs for clients in compliance with company procedures and industry standards.
• Produce drawing office deliverables including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), Cable Schedules, Material Take-Offs (MTOs), Block Cable Diagrams (BCDs), Schematics, Equipment Layouts and Cable Routing Layouts.
• Check and review drawings in accordance with company procedures.
• Liaise with other engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated design development.
• Develop and maintain 3D models using software such as Navisworks, AVEVA E3D and Revit.
• Support the delivery of electrical design packages from concept through to issue for construction.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant technical, safety and regulatory requirements.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

Essential:

• ONC, OND, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Ability to hold or obtain Security Clearance.
• Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements within relevant engineering sectors.
• More than 10 years' engineering experience in relevant or similar industries.
• Proficient in CAD software and engineering drawing production.
• Experience with 3D modelling tools such as Navisworks, AVEVA E3D or Revit.
• Knowledge of LV electrical design principles and practices.
• Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working within highly regulated engineering environments.

Desirable:

• Experience delivering electrical design solutions on major infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of design coordination within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Familiarity with regulated sector requirements and industry best practice standards.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Senior Electrical Designers looking for new employment.
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