Senior Electrical Engineer

Cibsejournal; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A design and engineering consultancy is seeking a talented Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to join their Building Services team in Maidenhead. The role involves managing and delivering electrification projects, preparing design documentation, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess a degree in Building Services Engineering and a professional qualification with CIBSE or IET. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, with knowledge of Revit and UK Building Regulations preferred. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and varying deadlines.
• A good understanding of UK construction market and current Building Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detail design and specification of LV electrical installations.
• Prepare feasibility and concept design studies.
• Mentor other engineers and check their work.
• Manage workload and ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Strong project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering or related field

Professional qualification with CIBSE or IET

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Dialux

Amtech

Job description

Europe’s leading design, engineering, and regulatory consultancy organisation with c22,000 staff operating from 14 European countries, including 14 UK branches they design, and plan sustainable communities, infrastructure, and environments in 70 countries worldwide generating sales of £2.3 billion. The organisation is united by a commitment to collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and creating a positive impact on the shape of tomorrow for generations to come.

They are currently looking for a talented and motivated Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to join their Building Services team in Maidenhead.

The Role:

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with clients, architects and other members of the professional team to deliver a wide variety of demanding large scale projects in the UK and potentially overseas.

Duties will be varied but generally include the following:

• Undertake detail design and specification of LV electrical installations and distribution systems, including switchgear, transformers, cabling, control equipment and building services for the associated installations.
• Specify switchgear, transformers and associated cabling and control equipment
• Prepare feasibility, concept design and implementation studies.
• Produce design documentation including specifications, models, drawings, calculations and assist the team to ensure that the technical content of all work carried out is correct and completed in accordance within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Develop relationships with Clients and key suppliers
• Attending design and site meetings. Managing workload.
• Mentoring other engineers, including checking and assuring work produced by others.
• Work winning and business development.
• Performing job manager responsibilities.
• Working closely with the delivery teams and Project Managers to ensure successful project delivery

The Person:

• A degree in Building Services Engineering, or other related degree/masters.
• A professional qualification with CIBSE or IET (or be working towards).
• A good working knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, Clash Detection, Dialux and Amtech.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role with strong project management skills.
• The ability to manage a variety of projects meeting varying deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills to work alongside clients, architects and contractors to solve problems and come up with innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• A good understanding, knowledge, and application of Information Management standards, including ISO 19650.
• Up to date knowledge of the UK construction market, including current UK Building Regulations and all relevant British Standards.