Electrical Building Services Design Engineer
Our client is seeking an Electrical Building Services Design Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will contribute to projects predominantly in the South East, supporting design work from concept and feasibility through to commissioning and handover.
Qualifications and Experience
British citizenship or valid UK working rights
Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
Experience in electrical building services design, ideally within the UK
Strong design skills
Preferred but not essential experience:
Knowledge of wiring regulations (BS 7671)
Familiarity with relevant British Standards
Experience in education, leisure, residential, and mixed-use sectors
Understanding of BREEAM and its implications for M&E design
Experience with Revit MEP
Criteria
Local residency near St Albans (AL3 6PA) or willingness to relocate
Access to own transport and a valid drivers licence
Permanent position
Key Responsibilities
Conduct lighting and cable calculations
Ensure Part L compliance checking
Develop detailed designs, including equipment selection and specification
Design and specify renewable technologies
Liaise with utility companies for new or diverted services
Collaborate with architects, clients, structural engineers, and contractors
Manage projects and conduct site inspections
Employee Benefits
Competitive salary negotiable to suit the candidate
Private medical insurance for the individual and immediate family
Company pension scheme with Aviva (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
Business travel costs covered
25 days of annual leave (increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service)
Flexible working arrangements with up to 2 days per week remote working (subject to line manager approval)
Working hours: 08:30 to 17:00 with a one-hour lunch break
Mobile phone allowance
About the Company
Our client has a strong presence in the leisure, education, commercial, retail, and residential sectors. With a team of approximately 20 employees, they have successfully undertaken projects ranging from £4 million to £200 million in construction value. The company is recognized for its expertise in low-carbon and renewable technologies, with a portfolio that includes national and international award-winning projects.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Director and will have the opportunity to develop their skills and eventually manage their own projects, leading a team of engineers, building physicists, and technicians.
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.