Senior Electrical Design Engineer

ibse; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in building services based in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Electrical Services Design Engineer. You will lead the design of electrical systems for buildings, including energy solutions and efficient lighting. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, experience in conducting surveys, and a collaborative approach to working with clients and team members. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000, along with health insurance and annual leave.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Health insurance

Bonus entitlement

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project requirements and objectives.
• Experience in electrical engineering systems surveys.
• Ability to assess feasibility of new systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical engineering services for buildings.
• Assist associates and other design engineers.
• Prepare tender documentation and monitor project standards.

Skills

Understanding of project requirements

Experience in conducting surveys

Analytical skills for existing systems

Ability to evaluate carbon emissions

Collaboration skills

Design calculations proficiency

Report-writing skills

Business development experience

Job description

Your new company

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and innovative building services consultancy. This consultancy is known for delivering high-quality services and often pushing the boundaries of available technologies. They work on a range of different and more boutique choice of project types which includes large scale casions.

Your new role

As a Senior Electrical Services Design Engineer, you will lead the design of electrical engineering services for buildings. This includes mains electrical systems, renewable energy solutions, earthing, sub‑mains electrical distribution, efficient lighting, fire alarm systems, security systems, and integration with mechanical engineering services. You will also assist associates and other design engineers with their tasks.

What you’ll need to succeed

• A strong understanding of project requirements and objectives.
• Experience in conducting surveys and reporting on electrical engineering systems in buildings.
• Skills in analysing existing systems and assessing the feasibility of new systems for effectiveness and client suitability.
• The ability to evaluate carbon emissions and energy‑saving potential of systems.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with clients, design team members, suppliers, and contractors.
• The capability to ensure the financial and technical success of projects where you are the project leader.
• Proficiency in performing design calculations and developing design proposals at various stages.
• Experience in preparing tender documentation and monitoring project progress and standards of workmanship on‑site.
• Strong report‑writing skills.
• Business development experience is a plus.

What you’ll get in return

Salary £45,000 to £60,000, 23 days annual leave, health insurance, Bonus entitlement after 18 months.

What you need to do now

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