At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and specify electrical systems for diverse projects, mainly in healthcare.
- Company: Dynamic consultancy expanding with exciting new projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private health, pension, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Opportunities for site visits and occasional travel across the UK and Europe.
- Why this job: Join a team making a real difference in healthcare and other sectors.
- Qualifications: Degree in electrical engineering and solid design experience required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Due to current expansion and recent appointments on new projects, this employer is looking for a senior electrical design engineer to join their team. You’ll work on a range of projects across a variety of sectors. Due to the nature of the role, site visits will be needed; most of the projects are in London and the Southeast, although occasional nationwide or European travel may be needed.
A large number of projects are within the healthcare sector, in areas such as operating theatres, MRI/CT scanners, and endoscopy. Work in other sectors includes defence, datacentres, and commercial.
Responsibilities:
- Design and specify the following systems: lighting, fire alarm systems, small power systems, earthing and bonding systems, emergency generator back-up systems, UPS / IPS systems, LV distribution, metering and controls, understanding of HV networks and incoming supplies, lightning protection design and systems particular to healthcare buildings such as nurse call/alarm systems.
- Attend project meetings with clients and professional teams.
- Undertake electrical design calculations using Trimble / Amtech.
- Undertake lighting design calculations using DiaLux or equivalent.
- Produce drawings and specifications.
- Carry out condition surveys and dilapidation surveys.
- Input into Part L calculations and BREEAM calculations and design.
- Assist in preparing budgets for proposed works.
- Help maintain repeat business through continued care of clients.
- Due to the nature of the works that are undertaken in the healthcare sector, occasional out of hours working will be required to suit the project and the end users’ activities.
Experience Required:
- Degree in electrical engineering or building services.
- Solid experience of electrical design in building services.
- Working knowledge of British standards and building regulations.
- Strong communication and team-working skills.
- Current UK driving licence.
- Due to the nature of some projects, you must be a British national.
- Some knowledge of Data & I.T systems, security/access control, and CCTV systems etc., BMS interfacing, EMC facilities, filtered power requirements, and differing voltages/frequencies.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer in West Byfleet employer: True Engineers
True Engineers in Southampton is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises flexibility and employee well-being through hybrid working arrangements. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while engaging in impactful projects for the NHS and other clients across the south of England, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in mechanical design engineering.
