Electrical Design Engineer

Company: EQ Search
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Location: Cambridgeshire
Job Description:

Overview of role

Join a specialist engineering consultancy delivering low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. This role focuses on electrical design for renewable heat and power projects, supporting net zero and energy transition programmes across commercial and utility-scale developments. There will also be a focus on adaptation and mitigation of climate change.

You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to develop practical, buildable designs from early concept through to technical delivery.

Role responsibilities and requirements

  • Develop electrical designs for decarbonisation, energy centres, and heat network projects (concept to detailed design)
  • Perform load calculations and size electrical systems (LV distribution, switchgear, equipment)
  • Produce schematics, models, and layouts using design software (e.g. CAD/BIM tools)
  • Support engineering analysis and validate system performance
  • Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver coordinated designs
  • Contribute to technical specifications, reports, and tender documentation
  • Assist with technology reviews and low-carbon solution appraisals
  • Support grid connection applications and technical submissions
  • Conduct surveys and integrate site data into designs
  • Provide technical input during construction and commissioning
  • Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and safety requirements

Key skills and qualities needed

  • Solid grounding in low-voltage electrical design
  • Working knowledge of UK standards and regulations (e.g. wiring regulations, building standards)
  • Ability to produce electrical schematics and system layouts
  • Familiarity with lighting, power, data, and control systems
  • Competence with industry design tools (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit)
  • Understanding of sustainable design principles and environmental factors
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Awareness of health & safety and design risk considerations

Further information

You will be joining and excellent and committed team of consultants and engineers working in the decarbonisation space. The role will offer a wide range of career development opportunities and training.

Posted: May 28th, 2026