Job Description:

Trainee Electrical Building Services Design Engineer

Location: Preston, Lancashire (Hybrid)
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Trainee Electrical Building Services Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is a hybrid role based in Preston, offering hands-on experience in building services design across a variety of sectors. You will work closely with senior engineers on projects from concept to completion, assisting in technical design, producing detailed reports, and contributing to office-based and client-facing tasks.

This role offers clear progression opportunities, with the potential to develop into an Intermediate Engineer, and eventually into Senior or Principal Engineer positions for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in producing electrical building services designs.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and detailed reports.
• Support the design and delivery of client projects from concept through to completion.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Carry out office-based engineering tasks and site support as required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with project standards.
• Continuously develop skills and knowledge under the guidance of senior staff.

Requirements

• Electrical engineering design and maintenance skills.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites across the UK.
• Eagerness to learn and a genuine interest in building services engineering.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in the Healthcare or Education sectors.
• Previous experience in a consultancy environment.
• Experience using Revit or MagiCAD.

Our Values

• Excellence: Strive to exceed expectations and deliver high-quality outcomes on every project.
• Innovation: Stay one step ahead with forward-thinking, cutting-edge solutions.
• Learning: Invest in the development of the next generation of engineers through mentorship and training.
• Teamwork: Foster a collaborative environment where team members support and encourage each other.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Professional development and clear career progression
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and sectors
• Supportive, collaborative team environment