Senior Electrical Engineer

CIBSE Services Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in London seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead design packages on sustainability-focused projects. You will develop designs, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 days from home

Supportive team structure with opportunities for progression

Flexible working environment

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in electrical building services design.
• Working knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations and relevant building regulations.
• Experience using or exposure to Revit and BIM processes.

Responsibilities

• Leading the electrical design on allocated projects.
• Developing concept designs, load calculations, and equipment sizing.
• Carrying out site inspections and supporting design delivery during construction.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical calculation tools

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Building Services and Environmental Design

A respected building services and environmental design consultancy in central London is looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their established electrical team.

This is a great opportunity for a competent and motivated electrical engineer to take the next step in responsibility, leading design packages on a variety of design-led, sustainability-focused projects. Working closely with both internal teams and external consultants, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical solutions from concept through to completion.

You will be involved in developing designs, supporting junior team members, attending meetings and site visits, and ensuring that the electrical services integrate effectively within the overall building design.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the electrical design on allocated projects, coordinating with internal and external teams
• Developing concept designs, load calculations, equipment sizing and lighting layouts
• Preparing reports, drawings, specifications and schedules
• Liaising with architects, contractors, manufacturers and utility providers
• Ensuring compliance with current regulations, standards and guidelines (including IET and CIBSE)
• Carrying out site inspections and supporting design delivery during construction
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and reviewing delegated work
• Contributing to knowledge sharing and collaborative working within the team
• Attending design meetings and representing the electrical discipline in coordination discussions

Essential requirements:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in electrical building services design
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services or similar
• Working knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations and relevant building regulations
• Proficient in AutoCAD and electrical calculation tools
• Experience using or exposure to Revit and BIM processes
• Good understanding of sustainable design principles
• Clear communication skills and the ability to liaise confidently with clients and consultants
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Working towards chartership with IET or CIBSE

Desirable:

• Experience in acting as lead electrical engineer on smaller projects
• Familiarity with dynamic simulation tools and energy performance analysis
• Site experience and a good understanding of construction processes

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 days working from home
• Supportive team structure with opportunities for progression
• Flexible working environment with a strong focus on well-being
• Exposure to high-quality design-led projects across a range of sectors
• Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership

If you are a technically capable electrical engineer looking to step up in leadership and responsibility, this is a strong opportunity to develop your career within a collaborative and design-focused consultancy.

To apply or find out more, please contact David Hilditch at RGB Network.