Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Chandler's Ford

Our Business

Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products. Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service.

With an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise; a pedigree spanning seven decades and employing a wide variety of skilled staff throughout our nationwide network of branches, our ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental and Construction industries.

This is an exciting time to join Selwood as we drive our business forward and build on a foundation of over 70 year’s success within our industry. We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain, and motivate them.

About

The Role

Due to business growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for the new role of Electrical Design Engineer, based out of our Chandlers Ford site. As Electrical Design Engineer you'll be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems and solutions for a variety of projects, ensuring that they meet both functional requirements and safety standards, regulations, and project requirements.

You'll collaborate closely with the solutions team, project managers, and project delivery team to deliver high-quality electrical designs within budget and schedule.

Main Responsibilities:

* Prepare detailed electrical design calculations, drawings, and specifications, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., IEE, IEC, BS standards).

* Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.

* Provide technical advice and guidance on electrical systems during all project phases, from concept through to build and commissioning.

* Review project plans, specifications, and proposals to ensure compliance with electrical system design standards.

* Foster a collaborative environment that encourages growth and knowledge sharing.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Solutions, BIM Team, and Project Managers, to integrate electrical systems with Selwood projects.

* Ensure all electrical designs adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

* Conduct electrical load calculations and fault analysis to ensure system safety and reliability.

* Perform risk assessments to identify potential electrical hazards and design mitigating solutions.

* Work with the commissioning team to troubleshoot and resolve any issues during the testing phase.

* Maintain accurate records of electrical designs, changes, and approvals.

* Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and clients.

* Provide regular progress updates and technical reports to the project team.

Qualifications &

Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.

* Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, with a strong portfolio of successfully completed electrical designs.

* Experience with electrical system design.

* Strong understanding of electrical design software, such as AutoCAD Electrical, Electrical OM or similar tools.

* Ability to perform risk assessments and safety evaluations.

* Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.

* Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams.

* In-depth knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., IEE Wiring Regulations, IEC standards, etc.)

* Familiarity with electrical design calculations, such as fault level calculations, cable sizing, and protection coordination.

What we can offer you

We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.

Competitive salary

Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)

Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour…