Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description:

Your new company
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established building services design team based in Nottingham. With decades of experience, they deliver innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across sectors such as healthcare, education, leisure, and commercial developments. The team prides itself on technical excellence, client care, and creating an environment where engineers can develop and thrive.
Your new role
As an Electrical Building Services Engineer, you will work on a variety of UK construction projects, providing technical and commercial solutions for electrical building services. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing designs, calculations, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Coordinating with other disciplines and attending design team meetings.
• Undertaking feasibility studies and preparing budget costs.
• Delivering regulatory obligations for Building Regulations Part L and BREEAM.
• Developing low-energy design solutions in collaboration with mechanical and energy engineers.
• Preparing specifications, equipment schedules, and drawings to fully coordinated standards (RIBA Stage 5).
• Conducting site inspections and preparing reports.
• Liaising directly with clients and contractors to ensure exceptional service.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong knowledge of electrical building services design, including emergency lighting and fire alarm systems.

• Understanding of BS7671 and relevant regulations.

• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Dialux, Relux, Amtech, and/or Hevacomp.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing situations.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Stakeholder pension scheme

• Private healthcare

• Flexible working hours

• Support towards achieving Chartered Engineer status

What you need to do now


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