Job Description:

Electrical Design Engineer – UKES Rail Ltd

£50,000 per annum | Full-time, Permanent | Home-based

About UKES Rail Ltd

UKES Rail Ltd was formed in 2010 and has focused solely on the railway sector since 2014, delivering electrical works across a range of railway infrastructure contracts, including Network Rail and routes throughout London and the South East.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship and our can-do attitude, regardless of the size or value of the projects we undertake. Our aim is to deliver consistently high standards and be best in class within our sector.

We are committed to providing a supportive and friendly working environment, encouraging internal progression and investing in our people through internal and external training, personal CPD objectives and support towards professional registration with the IET.

The Role – Electrical Design Engineer

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent Electrical Design Engineer to join our team, supporting the design and delivery of electrical installation projects across our contracts.

This is a full-time, home-based position, offering the opportunity to work independently while remaining part of a supportive team of engineers, supervisors and project managers.

You will be responsible for producing electrical designs, calculations and supporting technical documentation, ensuring all work complies with relevant standards, specifications and project requirements.

The role would suit an electrical engineering graduate with relevant design experience or an established electrical engineer looking to develop their career further. We welcome applications from candidates at different stages of their professional development, particularly those working towards Engineering Council registration.

Although home-based, the position will involve site surveys and occasional meetings across London, the South East and other locations covered by our contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing electrical designs for low-voltage installations, including distribution systems, lighting, small power and EV charging infrastructure.

• Carrying out electrical design calculations using ElectricalOM software, including cable sizing, voltage drop, fault levels, earth fault loop impedance, and protective device selection and coordination.

• Preparing electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, circuit schedules, specifications and associated design documentation.

• Undertaking site surveys, assessing existing electrical installations and infrastructure, and establishing available capacity and requirements for proposed installations or upgrades.

• Ensuring all designs comply with the current edition of BS 7671, including relevant amendments, and applicable industry and client standards.

• Working closely with project managers, supervisors and installation teams to ensure designs are practical, compliant and suitable for construction.

• Providing technical support and responding to design queries throughout project delivery, while managing multiple tasks and meeting agreed deadlines.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Essential:

• Experience using ElectricalOM software for electrical design and calculations.

• A relevant electrical engineering qualification or equivalent technical knowledge and practical experience.

• Good working knowledge of BS 7671, including current amendments, and a sound understanding of low-voltage electrical design principles, calculations and design documentation.

• Understanding of electrical installation methods and the practical requirements of delivering electrical designs.

• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently from home, manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively with colleagues.

• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites for surveys and meetings when required.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development, with the ambition to achieve Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration with the Engineering Council.

Desirable:

• Existing Engineering Council professional registration at EngTech, IEng or CEng level, or a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Previous experience producing electrical designs for commercial, industrial, infrastructure or railway projects.

• Experience using CAD software and producing electrical drawings.

• Practical electrical installation, inspection or testing experience.

• Full UK driving licence.

We recognise that professional registration takes time to achieve and welcome applications from graduates and developing engineers who have the necessary technical skills but have not yet obtained EngTech, IEng or CEng status. Support will be provided towards achieving the appropriate level of professional registration.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 per annum.

• Contract: Full-time, permanent, 40 hours per week.

• Working arrangements: Home-based, with site attendance as required.

• Annual leave: 24 days plus bank holidays.

• Company pension.

• Professional development: Training, CPD support and opportunities for career progression.

• Professional registration: Support towards achieving EngTech, IEng or CEng status, as appropriate.

• Equipment: Company laptop and appropriate work equipment provided.

• Working environment: Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork.

Additional Requirements

Due to the nature of our railway work, the successful applicant may be required to undertake relevant railway safety training, a medical assessment and drug and alcohol testing to meet project and site access requirements.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000 per year
Expected Hours: 40 per week
Work Location: Home-based, with travel to sites across London, the South East and other contract locations as required.