Job Description:

Electrical Design Engineer - Building Services

Cambridge (hybrid working)
£45,000 to £55,000

The opportunity

A medium sized and well-established building services consultancy is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join its Cambridge team. The role would be suitable for an engineer who wants to have more responsibility and significance within a smaller team.

The successful candidate will work closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams, taking responsibility for compliant, well-considered electrical designs and seeing them through to completion.

The role

• Developing electrical design solutions covering power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, security and other systems, in line with UK Building Regulations (Parts B, L, M and P) and BS 7671
• Carrying out load calculations, diversity assessments and fault level analysis
• Preparing and reviewing specifications, single line diagrams, panel schedules and cost estimates
• Overseeing drafting and modelling work in AutoCAD and Revit MEP
• Completing site surveys and inspections of existing infrastructure and installation quality
• Preparing Building Control submissions, certificates and compliance documentation
• Collaborating with architects, mechanical engineers, contractors and Building Control Officers
• Liaising with Distribution Network Operators on new connections and upgrades
• Bringing sustainable design thinking to each project, drawing on CIBSE guidance and BREEAM requirements

The person

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
• Around 3 to 5 years of experience in electrical building services design, ideally in the UK
• Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations Parts B, L, M and P, and of BS 7671 including recent amendments
• Familiarity with relevant British Standards, including BS 5266 and BS 5839
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and comfort with project management tools
• Experience with Building Control processes, electrical certification and DNO liaison
• An understanding of how CDM Regulations apply to electrical design
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach, including the ability to present technical information to clients and authorities
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the IET, or working towards it, is desirable
• Knowledge of LED lighting, smart building systems, EV charging infrastructure and renewable energy integration is an advantage

If you are interested in this Electrical Design Engineer role, please contact Callum at Aztrum at (url removed)