Electrical Design Engineer Ref 2062
Role Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a progressive, multidisciplinary team delivering sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong grounding in electrical building services who is passionate about low-carbon design, building physics integration, and performance-led engineering.
The position is hybrid, requiring three days per week in a collaborative Leeds-based office environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Electrical Systems Design: Develop and coordinate electrical designs including lighting, power distribution, controls, and renewable energy systems for residential and commercial buildings.
- Sustainability Integration: Work closely with building physicists and sustainability consultants to embed electrical systems within thermal modelling and energy strategies.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure electrical designs comply with relevant UK standards and regulations (e.g., Part L, BREEAM, Net Zero Carbon pathways).
- Design Documentation: Prepare technical reports, schematics, load calculations, and performance specifications from concept through to construction.
- Collaboration: Engage with architects, MEP consultants, and clients to ensure integrated and buildable solutions.
- Innovation: Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon impact, and optimise lifecycle performance.
- Project Support: Attend coordination meetings and provide input during key design and delivery stages.
Candidate Profile:
Essential:
- Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
- Will consider 2-6 years’ experience in building services or MEP consultancy.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit; familiar with Dialux, Relux, or similar lighting simulation tools.
- Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and sustainability frameworks.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a hybrid team setup.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable:
- Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer status (IET, CIBSE).
- Knowledge of renewable energy systems (e.g., PV, battery storage, EV infrastructure).
- Experience integrating electrical design with thermal/energy modelling tools (e.g., IES VE).
- Familiarity with embodied carbon assessments or net-zero strategies.
What’s on Offer:
- Involvement in high-impact projects across the residential, commercial, and education sectors.
- A supportive environment that values sustainability, innovation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Flexible working structure with three days per week in a modern Leeds office.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and training.