Telecom Electrical Design Engineer

Connect44 GmbH; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect44 GmbH is seeking a motivated Electrical Design Engineer & Surveyor to strengthen our telecoms team in Manchester. The role covers detailed electrical design, site surveys, and ensuring regulatory compliance across projects.

You will produce designs, drawings, and calculations, sign off on schemes, and support project delivery while liaising with clients and stakeholders. A solid background in BS 7671 and related standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design for telecoms projects.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings and standards.
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations and safety requirements.
• Experience with electrical site surveys.
• Knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and current electrical legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed design and electrical site surveys to assess installations and project requirements.
• Assist electrical department by producing electrical designs, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for a range of projects.
• Review, verify, and sign off electrical designs for regulatory compliance and standards.
• Ensure designs comply with BS 7671, Electricity at Work Regulations, Building Regulations and relevant British Standards.
• Undertake load calculations, cable sizing, fault level calculations, voltage drop calculations, and protection coordination.
• Oversee preparation of electrical schematics and layouts using CAD as required.
• Provide technical support to project managers, engineers, and installation teams throughout delivery.
• Identify design risks and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, DNOs, and other stakeholders.
• Review design changes for technical compliance before approval.
• Maintain accurate design records and technical documentation.
• Assist in developing engineering standards and best practices.
• Ensure all work adheres to Health & Safety policies and CDM Regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in the engineering function.

Skills

Electrical design

Site surveys

Regulatory compliance

Technical documentation

Load calculations

Problem solving

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent

Current 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

Full UK Driving Licence

IEng or CEng status, or working towards registration

IET membership or equivalent professional body

IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent qualification

Site Access – Rooftop Worker, RF Awareness, Asbestos Awareness, First Aid

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Atoll

Planet

Job description

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a motivated, results-oriented, and collaborative Electrical Design Engineer & Surveyor.

Empleo: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed design & electrical site surveys to assess existing installations and project requirements.
• Assist electrical department producing electrical designs, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for a range of projects.
• Review, verify, and formally sign off electrical designs, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Ensure designs comply with:
• BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations)
• Electricity at Work Regulations
• Building Regulations
• Relevant British Standards and industry guidance
• Client specifications and contractual requirements
• Undertake load calculations, cable sizing, fault level calculations, voltage drop calculations, and protection coordination.
• Oversee the preparation of electrical schematics, layouts, and design documentation using CAD software where required.
• Provide technical support to project managers, engineers, and installation teams throughout project delivery.
• Identify design risks and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), and other stakeholders.
• Review design changes and ensure all revisions are technically compliant before approval.
• Maintain accurate design records and technical documentation.
• Assist in developing engineering standards, procedures, and best practice.
• Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with company Health & Safety policies and CDM Regulations where applicable.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering function.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in electrical design within telecoms projects.
• Experience carrying out both design and electrical site surveys.
• Strong knowledge of design handbooks, electrical distribution systems and installation practices.
• Experience producing and approving electrical designs.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Experience undertaking electrical calculations and selecting appropriate equipment.
• Excellent understanding of BS 7671 and current electrical legislation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electrical design software.
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations and construction project delivery.
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, EV charging infrastructure, or battery storage systems.
• Experience working within NICEIC or equivalent accredited organisations.
• understanding of RF engineering, cell planning, and site acquisition workflows.
• Experience with design tools like AutoCAD, GIS, and propagation software (e.g., Atoll, Planet).
• Knowledge of relevant wireless technologies and standards (e.g. LTE, 5G, IoT).
• Ideally previous experience in VMo2 projects
• Familiarity with telecoms regulations, health and safety requirements, and design codes.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent (desirable depending on business requirements).
• Current 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or working towards professional registration.
• Membership of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or another relevant professional body.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Site Access – Rooftop Worker, RF Awareness, Asbestos Awareness and First Aid.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure all electrical designs are technically accurate and fully compliant with applicable regulations.
• Act as the competent person responsible for electrical design review and sign-off.
• Deliver high-quality surveys and engineering designs within agreed timescales.
• Maintain compliance with company quality management systems.
• Provide expert technical guidance to internal teams and clients.
• Support safe, efficient, and cost-effective project delivery while maintaining engineering excellence.