Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Hybrid Working (Wiltshire, Manchester, or Sussex)

Location: Hybrid – several days per week in either Wiltshire, Manchester, or Sussex office, with regional site visits as required

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Sectors: Life Sciences, Microelectronics, Data Centres, and Energy

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary team delivering innovative, technically complex projects across high-tech sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of engineering design while contributing to the delivery of critical infrastructure in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the electrical design across all project phases, from concept through to commissioning.
• Develop detailed and compliant design solutions that align with client objectives, safety standards, and sustainability goals.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including mechanical, process, and architectural leads, to ensure integrated design outputs.
• Ensure all design work meets relevant national and international standards, as well as internal procedures.
• Carry out detailed technical assessments and calculations to support engineering decisions.
• Maintain accountability for meeting programme timelines and quality standards.
• Provide technical input during construction and commissioning stages.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs and deliver suitable, innovative solutions.
• Present designs and proposals confidently in client-facing meetings.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, contributing to their development and promoting knowledge-sharing.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of internal standards, processes, and best practices.
• Support business development efforts as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in electrical design within the construction or building services sector, preferably in high-tech or life sciences environments.
• Strong understanding of design and build project delivery.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical calculation software.
• Thorough knowledge of UK regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Experience working with external consultants and system integrators.

Desirable Skills:

• Previous team management or leadership experience.
• Familiarity with ATEX, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and District Network Operator (DNO) requirements.
• Understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS).

Reporting & Relationships:

• Reports to: Head of Electrical Design Engineering
• Key stakeholders include: junior engineers, project teams, design leads, subcontractors, and client representatives.