Senior Electrical Engineer- Tunnels & Highways

Egis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Transport Solutions in the UK seeks a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join the MEPHFC Design Team, focusing on tunnels and highways projects. You will design HV/LV electrical services, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and deliver designs autonomously across feasibility to as-built stages.

The role includes design reviews, client presentations, and on-site support during construction, with opportunities to work on international projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ professional experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience in tunnels and highways electrical design and coordination.
• Strong knowledge of high voltage, low voltage and electrical building services design.
• Good knowledge of British Standards and Regulations for tunnels/highways.
• Experience delivering projects across all design stages.

Responsibilities

• Develop HV/LV electrical designs and building services coordination.
• Produce reports, specifications, drawings, calculations.
• Lead design reviews and ensure safety compliance.
• Support feasibility through to As Built stages.
• Provide on-site design support during construction, testing and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical design

HV/LV design

Team leadership

Bid/tender support

CDM compliance

Client liaison

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer / Eng

Tools

ETAP

Trimble Amtech Pro Design

Dialux/Relux

Job description

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients, across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 25,500 employees in over 100 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients, across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 25,500 employees in over 100 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Egis Transport Solutions MEPHFC Design Team, with a focus on our Tunnels & Highways projects. The ideal candidate will have experience working on Tunnels & Highways projects with a strong technical knowledge of both High Voltage & Low Voltage electrical services design and coordination.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be required to work autonomously and be responsible for the delivery of electrical designs. We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.

This role may also include working on projects/bids internationally for Egis Transport Solutions or other Egis subsidiaries.

• Working autonomously or as part of a team to develop electrical scopes, requirements, and designs
• Produce HV, LV, and electrical building services designs, including design reports, technical specifications, single line diagrams, layouts, calculations, protection schemes, maximum demand assessments, load flow analysis, earthing & bonding
• Develop design from feasibility up to As Built
• Discharge safety responsibilities in relation to CDM Regulations, Health and Safety legislation
• Carrying out design reviews and working to design assurance processesSupport and help develop less experienced members of the team
• Nurture a get it right first-time culture within the team
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with clients
• Produce and issue progress reports
• Prepare & conduct presentations to colleagues, clients, and stakeholders etc.
• Provide on-site design support during the construction and T&C phases and assess safety practice during the works

Qualifications

Essential:

• Electrical Engineering qualification and a minimum of 10 years’ professional experience
• Experience in Tunnels & Highways electrical design and coordination
• A strong technical knowledge of High Voltage, Low Voltage, and electrical building services design and coordination
• Good knowledge of British Standards and Regulations, and Tunnel & Highways Standards
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
• Experience of producing technical notes, reports, specifications, drawings, schedules and calculations
• Ability to find solutions to engineering problems
• Ability to deliver work to a programme and budget
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Capable of working as part of a team and on own initiative
• Comfortable leading meetings and presenting to clients, stakeholders, colleagues, subcontractors, suppliers etc.

• Excellent understanding of electrical systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintainability perspective
• Proficient in engineering software tools including ETAP, Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux or Relux
• Awareness of procurement activities and lead times
• Being committed to professional development, staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies, integrating them into project designs as appropriate

Desirable:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Member of an engineering institute and has Engineering Council Professional Registration
• Experience of working with 3D models in a BIM environment
• Capable of managing design interfaces and integration processes
• Experience of design assurance requirements & processes
• Knowledge of design stages and requirements e.g. RIBA, BSRIA
• Good understanding of relevant legislation such as CDM
• Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project communications
• Understanding of project scopes, requirements, works information, and commercial awareness
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and certification of electrical services would be beneficial

Additional Information

Right to Work

YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

We are committed to our planet:

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.