Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Nottingham

Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Nottingham

Nottingham Full-Time 48000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
RGB Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of innovative electrical building services projects.
  • Company: Join a top multidisciplinary consultancy focused on sustainability and technical excellence.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working, and ongoing professional development.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with clear career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on diverse projects while mentoring junior engineers.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in MEP consultancy required.

The predicted salary is between 48000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to strengthen its Building Services (MEP) team with an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer.

The business works with both private and public sector clients, delivering sustainable engineering solutions across property, infrastructure, environment and energy. You'll join a collaborative multidisciplinary team working on a diverse range of projects, with a strong focus on technical excellence, sustainability and professional development.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, coordination and delivery of electrical building services projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with mechanical engineers, BIM technicians, architects and other design professionals, you'll take responsibility for electrical design delivery while also supporting junior members of the team.

The role will include:

  • Leading the design and delivery of electrical building services systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarms and data systems
  • Producing electrical design calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation
  • Coordinating electrical designs with mechanical, public health, structural and architectural disciplines
  • Supporting projects through all stages from concept and feasibility through to detailed design and construction
  • Ensuring designs comply with relevant standards, regulations and project requirements, including BS 7671
  • Working within a BIM environment and collaborating with technicians using Autodesk Revit
  • Attending client and design team meetings and representing the electrical discipline
  • Contributing to sustainable and low-carbon design solutions
  • Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians
  • Assisting with project planning, resource management and programme delivery
  • Managing design work to agreed timescales, quality standards and budgets
  • Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary project teams

The successful Senior Electrical Engineer will ideally have:

  • A Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
  • Proven experience in electrical building services design within an MEP consultancy environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services systems
  • Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations and relevant industry standards, including BS 7671
  • Experience delivering projects across multiple design stages
  • Ability to manage design packages independently while working effectively within a wider team
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • Good organisational and project management abilities
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment

Desirable experience includes:

  • Chartered status or working towards CEng through CIBSE, IET or another relevant professional body
  • Experience using Autodesk Revit and BIM coordination tools
  • Knowledge of sustainable design principles and low-carbon technologies
  • Experience supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Diverse portfolio of high-profile projects
  • Ongoing technical and professional development
  • Support towards professional chartership
  • Collaborative and inclusive working environment
  • Clear career progression opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join an established Building Services team and take a leading role in the delivery of technically challenging projects. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of electrical design packages, develop client relationships, support junior engineers and contribute to sustainable design solutions, while receiving continued support for professional development and career progression.

Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Nottingham employer: RGB Recruitment

Join a dynamic architectural practice in Liverpool that values innovation and mentorship, offering you the chance to work on large-scale design projects while guiding the next generation of architects. With a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a supportive work culture, this role not only fosters professional growth but also encourages collaboration and creativity in a thriving environment.

RGB Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Nottingham

Electrical Design
Power Distribution
Lighting Design
Fire Alarm Systems
Data Systems Design
BS 7671 Compliance
UK Building Regulations Knowledge