Electrical Design Building Services Engineer

Description:

ELECTRICAL DESIGN BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEER

Salary: £45,000.00-£55,000.00

A well-established Building Services Engineering Consultancy is seeking an Electrical Engineer or Senior Electrical Engineer to join their growing Cardiff office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice delivering high quality electrical building services design across a wide range of sectors. The role offers a strong platform for technical development, project responsibility, and long-term career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Projects will involve the application of practical and technical engineering skills within the built environment, working across both new build and refurbishment schemes.

Responsibilities

Produce electrical building services designs from concept through to construction stage
Carry out feasibility studies and technical design calculations
Prepare detailed specifications, reports, drawings, and design documentation
Work across a variety of sectors including education, commercial, healthcare, residential, leisure, and public sector projects
Undertake site surveys, inspections, and condition assessments where required
Represent the consultancy at client and contractor meetings
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, structural, and architectural disciplines
Ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, British Standards, and industry guidance
Contribute to sustainable and low carbon design solutions
Support and mentor junior engineers where applicable
Assist in design reviews and quality assurance processes
Maintain project documentation in line with company standards
Manage workload effectively across multiple concurrent projects
Assist in fee proposals, bids, and project resource planning
Support continuous improvement and innovation across design deliveryRequirements

Electrical Building Services Engineering background (degree qualified or equivalent experience)
Experience within a consultancy or design environment is essential
Working towards or already engaged with a professional institution (IET / CEng pathway desirable)
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit
Experience with Hevacomp / TAS calculation software
Understanding of BIM Level 2 delivery
Knowledge of Building Regulations, particularly Part L
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Strong problem-solving skills with a logical engineering approach
Good understanding of sustainable and low carbon design principles
Experience attending client meetings and producing technical reportsSalary & Benefits

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
Career development and progression opportunities
Support towards Chartership (CEng)
Involvement in a wide range of project sectors
Collaborative and supportive team environment