Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Cambridge

Job Description

Position

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location

Ipswich, UK

Salary

Competitive + Benefits

Contract Type

Full-time, Permanent

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a dynamic and collaborative design team working across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead electrical design delivery from concept through to completion, contributing to high-quality, sustainable, and technically robust building solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specification of electrical building services systems including lighting, power, fire alarms, data, and security systems
• Manage projects through RIBA Stages 1-6, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards
• Coordinate with internal disciplines (mechanical, architectural, structural) and external stakeholders (clients, contractors, consultants)
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians within the team
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections as required
• Contribute to proposals, resource planning, and project programming
• Ensure designs are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard
• Support the development of sustainable and low‑carbon design strategies

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered or working toward CEng status with a relevant institution (e.g., IET, CIBSE)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical building services design
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, BS standards, and design codes
• Proficient in designing software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Amtech, and Dialux/Relux
• Experience working on education, healthcare, residential, or public sector projects is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client‑facing skills

Benefits Package

• 8% employer pension contribution
• 23 days annual leave + buy holiday scheme
• Flexible working hours (7.5 hours/day between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Hybrid working – up to 2 days per week from home
• Professional development and chartership support
• Collaborative team culture and meaningful project work

If you’re a passionate electrical engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a people-focused, design-led consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

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