Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: City of London London
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location: London, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sponsorship: This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role
I am partnering with one of the UK's largest and successful MEP Consultancy as they are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of high-quality projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable electrical building services designs, leading projects from concept through to completion while supporting junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the electrical design and coordination of building services projects across multiple sectors.
Prepare detailed electrical designs including:
Power distribution systems
Lighting and emergency lighting
Fire alarm systems
Data and communication systems
Security and access control systems
Renewable and energy-efficient solutions
Produce calculations, specifications, technical reports, and design drawings.
Attend client meetings, site visits, and project coordination workshops.
Liaise with architects, contractors, clients, and other engineering disciplines.
Ensure designs comply with current UK regulations, standards, and best practices.
Support project delivery within agreed budgets and timescales.
Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians.
Contribute to project planning, quality assurance, and technical excellence across the business.
Requirements
Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
Minimum 4+ years' experience in electrical building services design within a consultancy environment in the UK.
Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards.
Proficiency with industry software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux, Amtech, or similar.
Experience delivering projects through all RIBA stages.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
Chartered status or working toward chartership is desirable.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Benefits
Competitive salary package.
Permanent position with long-term career progression opportunities.
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Pension contribution scheme.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Professional membership support and CPD opportunities.
Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging projects.
Collaborative and supportive working environment.
Modern London office location with excellent transport links.
Why should you apply?
My client pride them selves on delivering practical, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions. Their people are at the heart of our success, and they are committed to investing in talent, encouraging professional growth, and fostering a collaborative culture where individuals can thrive.
If you feel you are interested in this position and would like to apply, please forward your up to date CV to (url removed)
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer