Senior Electrical Engineer

Beeby Anderson Recruitment; New Forest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a talented Building Services Engineer to lead design projects and mentor junior staff. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with UK building regulations. The successful candidate will have a solid background in building services design, excellent communication skills, and a passion for sustainability. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values continuous improvement and offers a dynamic environment for professional growth. If you're ready to take ownership of your projects and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in building services design and compliance with UK regulations.
• Ability to work independently while mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects and ensure compliance with building regulations.
• Provide technical expertise in mechanical equipment selection and sustainability strategies.

Skills

Building Services Design

Communication Skills

Technical Guidance

Problem Solving

Initiative

Organizational Skills

Education

Accredited Building Services Degree

Working towards IEng or CEng

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Dialux/Relux

Trimble Pro-Design

Bluebeam

Job description

The Company: Inter disciplinary construction consultancy established for 60 years with 6 UK offices servicing projects across a variety of sectors up to £40m in value and an impressive portfolio of blue chip clients.

The Role:

1. Lead building services design projects within a multidisciplinary team.
2. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
3. Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver complete scheme designs.
4. Take ownership of resolving technical challenges and troubleshooting issues that arise.
5. Stay up to date with advancements in building services technology and industry trends, applying knowledge to drive continuous improvement in design methodologies and processes.

Duties:

1. Proficient in undertaking design work through all RIBA Stages including feasibility report, concept designs, spatial coordination, detailed design, construction monitoring, and handover.
2. Ensure compliance with UK building regulations, codes, and standards.
3. Provide expertise in selecting and specifying mechanical equipment, materials, and components, considering factors like performance, cost, and sustainability goals.
4. Deliver or input into decarbonisation, sustainability, and net-zero carbon strategies.

Skills and Requirements:

1. Accredited Building Services degree and significant experience in a similar role.
2. Working towards IEng or CEng with CIBSE, IET, or IMechE.
3. Ability to work using their own initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of the role.
4. Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complicated issues to clients and stakeholders.
5. Ability to inspire confidence both internally and externally, and then use this to strengthen client relationships.
6. Ambition and willingness to learn while demonstrating a high level of diligence and organisational skills.
7. Strong working knowledge of British Standards, codes of practice, and relevant design guidance and standards.
8. Software experience: AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux/Relux, Trimble Pro-Design, Bluebeam.

Knowledge of:

1. Electrical systems design: LV distribution, small power, general and emergency lighting, containment, fire detection and alarm, security detection and alarm, access control, CCTV, and lightning protection.
2. Electrical design calculations: cable sizing and lighting calculations.
3. Building codes and standards.
4. Energy efficiency and sustainability.
5. Construction materials and methods.
6. Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.