Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Position:
Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location:
Oxford (Hybrid)

My client is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join its Oxford office on a hybrid working basis. This role sits within a multidisciplinary building service engineering team, delivering high‑quality electrical design solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects including commercial, residential, education, and healthcare developments. They work on commercial, residential, education, healthcare and retail and also sustainability.

This is a senior‑level position suited to an experienced engineer who can lead design delivery, and take ownership of projects from concept through to completion.

You will take a leading role in the delivery of electrical building services design, including:

• Leading electrical design on projects from concept through detailed design and construction stages
• Producing and reviewing detailed design calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports
• Coordinating with mechanical engineers, architects, structural engineers, and external stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations, relevant British Standards, and client requirements
• Undertaking site inspections, technical surveys, and supporting construction phase services
• Managing project deliverables, deadlines, and technical quality control
• Supporting and mentoring junior and intermediate engineers within the team
• Contributing to client meetings, design reviews, and technical presentations
• Assisting in fee proposals, scope definition, and project planning where required

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered status (CEng) or working towards it (IET or CIBSE preferred)
• Strong experience in electrical building services design within the UK consultancy environment
• Proficiency with design tools such as Amtech/Trimble, Dialux/Relux, and AutoCAD (Revit experience desirable)
• Solid understanding of UK regulations, including BS 7671 and Building Regulations Part L
• Experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to deadlines

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Hybrid working model (office‑based in Oxford with flexible remote working)
• Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Payment of professional membership fees (e.g. IET, CIBSE)
• Support for continuing professional development (CPD) and chartership progression
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance
• Exposure to a wide variety of high‑quality UK projects
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with career progression opportunities

Please note:

This role does not offer visa sponsorship.