Electrical Design Engineer
103316

£30,000 - £45,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Southampton, Hampshire

Engineering And Technical

Posted 1 day ago

Expires In 28 Days

Job Description

Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services Consultancy

Location: Southampton Region (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Bonus

Why Join Us?

Be part of a highly respected building services engineering consultancy delivering innovative, technically complex, and sustainable MEP solutions. Our projects span healthcare, data centres, laboratories, rail infrastructure, and commercial environments, with a portfolio exceeding £450 million. You’ll work in a hands-on, director-led environment that values collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.

What You’ll Do

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll take ownership of designing, coordinating, and delivering high-quality electrical systems across diverse projects:
  • Design & Development: Create full electrical service designs including lighting, power distribution, fire/safety systems, structured cabling, and smart controls.
  • Technical Documentation: Produce detailed calculations, load schedules, single-line diagrams, technical reports, and CAD/Revit drawings.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with civil, structural, mechanical, and sustainability teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
  • Sustainability: Support energy-efficient and low-carbon designs using in-house modelling tools and industry best practices.
  • Site Engagement: Conduct site surveys, inspections, and assist with commissioning and handovers.
  • Stakeholder Management: Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams during design reviews and site visits.
  • Compliance: Ensure designs meet UK regulations and standards (BS 7671, CIBSE, Building Regulations).
  • Quality Assurance: Contribute to technical QA, risk management, and value-engineering processes.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualifications: BEng/MEng or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or Building Services.
  • Experience: 3–7 years in building services electrical design (consultancy or contractor).
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in electrical design tools; CAD/BIM software (Revit experience preferred).
  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK wiring regulations and CIBSE standards.
  • Soft Skills: Excellent communication, client engagement, and team collaboration.
  • Attention to Detail: Ability to deliver precise, high-quality designs.
  • Career Ambition: Aspiring toward or maintaining chartership (IEE/CIBSE/IET/MICE).

Why You’ll Thrive Here

  • Work on high-value, technically advanced projects in healthcare, labs, data centres, and rail infrastructure.
  • Join a director-led consultancy culture where senior engineers actively mentor and support project delivery.
  • Enjoy hybrid working from our Romsey/Southampton base, supporting work-life balance.
  • Access a competitive benefits package including pension, private healthcare, performance bonus, and training allowance.
  • Receive structured professional development and support toward chartership.
  • Contribute to technical innovation and collaborative, knowledge-driven engineering outcomes.

If you’re a motivated Electrical Design Engineer ready to create sustainable, high-impact engineering solutions in a collaborative consultancy environment—apply now for a confidential conversation.

Conner Richards

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01392 537018

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