My client is looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with a background working for a contractor to join their growing and forward-thinking engineering consultancy.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic, chartered M&E consultancy that combines practical expertise with a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company works on a range of high-performance buildings and infrastructure, striving for smarter, more self-sustaining systems across the built environment.

You’ll be joining a small, highly skilled team where your contributions will be valued, your ideas heard, and your technical input will help shape next-generation solutions.

About the Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will bring your practical site-based knowledge into the heart of the design process. You will be involved in delivering detailed electrical designs, system integration, and performance-driven solutions that support the long-term sustainability of the buildings and infrastructure served.

This role is ideal for someone who has worked on-site or within a contractor environment, who now wants to apply that real-world understanding into consultancy design—ensuring systems are not only well-engineered but also buildable, cost-effective, and future-proof.

 Responsibilities

• Deliver full electrical design packages across RIBA Stages 1–5
• Create technical drawings, schematics, and cable routing plans
• Perform electrical calculations including load assessments, cable sizing, and fault analysis
• Ensure all designs comply with UK regulations (e.g. BS7671) and sustainability targets
• Coordinate closely with mechanical engineers, architects, contractors, and external consultants
• Participate in design reviews, feasibility studies, and project meetings
• Engage with renewable and intelligent building technologies as part of integrated design solutions
• Attend occasional site visits for surveys, inspections, and client meetings

 Requirements

• 3+ years of UK experience in electrical design within the built environment
• Background working for a contractor or on construction sites (not just consultancy)
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations, building codes, and design standards
• Competent with AutoCAD, Revit, or other design tools
• Ability to produce and review detailed technical documentation
• Practical mindset and awareness of how electrical systems are installed and maintained
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team with a hands-on approach
• Full UK working rights; driving licence preferred

 Desirable Skills & Experience

• Exposure to low-carbon technologies, battery storage, and renewables (e.g. solar PV, EV charging)
• Familiarity with BIM processes and multidisciplinary coordination
• Awareness of building performance modelling, SBEM or EPC calculations
• Experience working on data centres, critical systems, or smart buildings
• Working towards or holding professional registration (IET, CEng, etc.)

 What’s on Offer

• A collaborative environment where innovation and sustainability are core values
• Projects that focus on future-ready building design and energy independence
• Clear progression pathway with mentorship from experienced chartered engineers
• Flexibility around working arrangements (office/home balance)
• Opportunity to shape and influence real-world outcomes in a rapidly evolving sector

If this is of interest or could be for someone you know, please get in touch today for a confidential conversation.