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Electrical Design Engineer

Job in Somerset, Somerset County, England, UK
Listing for: Options Resourcing Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-30
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 - 70000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Electrical Design Engineer / Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location:

Plymouth or Exeter
Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 DOE
Benefits:
Hybrid Working, 9-Day Fortnight, Private Medical Cover, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, Stock Options & Excellent Career Development

The Role
We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading Building Services Consultancy, delivering innovative electrical design solutions across a diverse range of projects throughout the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join an established consultancy with offices in Plymouth and Exeter, working on technically challenging Building Services projects across healthcare, commercial, residential, hospitality, leisure, manufacturing, research facilities, data centres and critical infrastructure.
 
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical design solutions from concept through to completion. Working as part of a multidisciplinary Building Services team, you will collaborate with Mechanical Engineers, Sustainability Consultants and other specialists to deliver technically excellent and sustainable engineering solutions.
 
Whether you are an intermediate Electrical Design Engineer looking to progress your career or a Senior Electrical Design Engineer seeking more responsibility, this opportunity offers excellent career development within a highly respected Building Services Consultancy.
 
Working Environment
 
Based from either the Plymouth or Exeter office.
Hybrid and flexible working available.
Opportunity to work on prestigious Building Services projects across the UK and internationally.
Collaborative working environment with ongoing professional development and career progression.  

Key Responsibilities
 
Produce electrical design solutions from feasibility through to project completion.
Design electrical Building Services systems including LV distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, small power and standby power systems.
Prepare electrical calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
Ensure all electrical design work complies with current regulations, British Standards and client specifications.
Coordinate designs with Mechanical Engineers, Structural Engineers, Architects and external consultants.
Attend client meetings, design reviews and project coordination meetings.
Review contractor technical submissions and respond to design queries.
Carry out site inspections and support testing and commissioning activities.
Manage project deliverables to programme and budget.
Support and mentor junior Electrical Design Engineers where appropriate.  Requirements
 
Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
Previous experience working as an Electrical Design Engineer within a Building Services Consultancy.
Working towards or holding IEng or CEng status would be advantageous.
Strong technical knowledge of:  
LV distribution systems
Lighting design
Emergency lighting
Earthing and lightning protection
Standby and emergency power systems   
Experience producing electrical design calculations, drawings and specifications.
Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical and Microsoft Office.
Experience working on multidisciplinary Building Services projects.
Strong communication skills with clients, contractors and internal design teams.
Experience attending site inspections and supporting commissioning activities.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.  Package
 
£45,000 - £70,000 DOE.
Hybrid and flexible working.
9-day fortnight.
Private medical cover.
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
Stock options.
25 days annual leave, increasing with service.
Ongoing professional and technical development.
Clear career progression within a leading Building Services Consultancy.  This is an outstanding opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking Building Services Consultancy, working on innovative electrical design projects across a wide range of sectors. If you have experience as an Electrical Design Engineer within Building Services and are looking to progress your career with a market-leading consultancy, we would love to hear from you
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