Senior Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building services consultancy is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of electrical systems for commercial, industrial, and public-sector developments. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects while working in a collaborative environment focused on quality and sustainability.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status or working towards.
• Strong understanding of BS 7671 and British Standards.
• Experience managing clients and leading technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for various building services projects.
• Oversee project delivery from concept to installation.
• Produce specifications, load assessments, and compliance advice.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

HND or HNC in related discipline

Tools

Amtech

Hevacomp Electrical

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Job description

Job Description

A well-established building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of electrical systems across a range of commercial, industrial, and public-sector developments. With a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and client partnership, this firm offers the opportunity to take full ownership of projects from concept through to commissioning.

You’ll play a key role in shaping electrical design solutions for non-domestic buildings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and providing technical expertise throughout the full lifecycle of each project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead electrical design for building services projects, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems, and data installations
• Oversee project delivery from initial concept through to installation and commissioning
• Produce specifications, load assessments, drawings, and reports using industry-standard software
• Evaluate contractor submissions, manage technical aspects of the tender process, and support site activities
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, offering clear advice on compliance, performance, and cost-effective solutions

Key Requirements:

• Degree, HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline)
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (CEng or IEng), or working towards
• Proficiency in Amtech, Hevacomp Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or Revit MEP
• Strong understanding of BS 7671 and associated British Standards
• Confident communicator with experience leading technical teams and managing clients

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team delivering meaningful, high-quality electrical design across low-carbon and technically challenging projects. Flexible hybrid working and long-term career development are on offer for the right individual.