Associate Electrical Design Engineer (Data Centres) - Bicester

We look for a highly experienced individual to lead and manage major electrical engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for running major projects and lead team management in the development, design and coordination of engineering project services for mechanical or electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities and building services.
• Carry out cost and profit diagnosis on projects including feasibility studies and preparation of fee bids.
• Review status feedback from project personnel and external parties, modify schedules or plans as required and prepare project reports for management, clients or others.
• Develop and specify applications of controls, instruments and operating systems for building engineering services.
• Survey, test and report on existing electrical/mechanical installations.
• Specify activities to ensure manufacturing, construction, installation and operational testing conforms to functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Represent the company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors.
• Ensure engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards.
• Make day‑to‑day decisions on project progress, liaise directly with clients and provide advice.
• Ensure risk and performance monitoring analysis takes place through effective systems of internal control and delegation.
• Lead coordination of engineering services.
• Take a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions.
• Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the RED Project Delivery Process from project management, financial management, QA/QC and technical review perspectives.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in an appropriate engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• MCIBSE/MIEE or HND/HNC + relevant experience or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineering status.
• Significant experience of specification design for a range of building types.
• Sound knowledge and working application of key health and safety issues and legislation.
• Appreciation and working knowledge of contract and business law.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, etc.
• Ability to use calculation and spreadsheet software.
• Good understanding of BS standards, UK regulations and codes.
• Experience and understanding of invoicing and credit control.
• Ability to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Chairing and facilitation of meetings.
• Background in consulting or construction preferred.
• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.
• Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group.

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days after five years of service.
• Holiday purchase and buy‑back scheme.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Contributory company pension scheme.
• Healthcare scheme (company‑funded cover dependent on level).
• Non‑contractual bonus awards.
• Training sponsorship.
• Charity volunteering leave.
• Wellness days and initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience.

Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal‑opportunity employer. This role is ideally suited to those with the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions.