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Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Power Systems)
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the electrical design of power systems for renewable energy projects, from concept through to detailed design and commissioning.
- Perform detailed power system studies, including load flow, fault analysis, transient stability, and harmonic analysis.
- Design and specify electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, generators, protection relays, and cabling systems.
- Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, BS).
- Collaborate closely with clients, project managers, and other engineering disciplines to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration.
- Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior electrical engineers.
- Develop and review technical specifications, calculation reports, and design documents.
- Manage design reviews and technical assurance processes.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in power system technology and best practices.
- Contribute to the development of standardized design tools and processes.
- Support the procurement and commissioning phases with technical expertise.
Qualifications and Skills:
- MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or eligibility is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in electrical power system design, preferably within the energy or utilities sector.
- Extensive experience with power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory).
- Strong knowledge of power system protection schemes and relay settings.
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and control philosophies.
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex design projects.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.
- Proficiency in using CAD software for electrical design.
- Experience in a remote working environment is advantageous.
This is a unique opportunity for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to leverage their expertise in a remote-first, impactful role contributing to a sustainable future. This position is open to candidates across the UK.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Power Systems)
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Your core responsibilities will involve undertaking detailed electrical design calculations, producing single-line diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings using industry-standard CAD software. You will specify electrical equipment such as switchgear, transformers, generators, and distribution systems, ensuring compliance with relevant British Standards, IET Wiring Regulations, and other applicable codes and guidelines. The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will also conduct load flow analysis, short circuit studies, and protection coordination studies. You will play a key role in managing projects, liaising with clients, architects, and other engineering disciplines, and mentoring junior engineers within the team. Experience in HV/MV distribution, substations, and renewable energy integration would be a significant advantage. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and deliver high-quality electrical design solutions within project timelines and budgets. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities are essential for this client-facing role. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to landmark projects and advance your career in a dynamic consulting environment.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, with a strong focus on power systems.
- In-depth knowledge of power distribution, generation, and protection systems.
- Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Amtech, ETAP).
- Thorough understanding of relevant British Standards and IET Wiring Regulations.
- Experience in conducting load flow, short circuit, and protection studies.
- Ability to manage project tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Strong client-facing and communication skills.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers is desirable.
- Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards it is preferred.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Power Systems
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Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the electrical design process for large-scale projects from concept through to detailed design and commissioning.
- Developing comprehensive electrical system designs, including power distribution networks, substations, protection schemes, and control systems.
- Ensuring designs comply with all relevant national and international standards, regulations, and codes of practice (e.g., BS 7671, IET Wiring Regulations).
- Producing detailed engineering drawings, schematics, calculations, specifications, and reports.
- Providing expert technical guidance and mentorship to a team of electrical engineers and technicians.
- Conducting technical reviews and quality assurance checks on designs and project deliverables.
- Collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, and contractors.
- Identifying and assessing technical risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Staying abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in electrical engineering and power systems.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, with a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant professional experience in electrical design and power systems engineering. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or eligibility for membership with the IET is highly preferred. Proven experience in leading significant electrical design projects, ideally within sectors such as energy, utilities, or large-scale industrial facilities, is essential. Strong knowledge of power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E) and CAD software is required. Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills are paramount. This role is based in our central London office, offering the opportunity to work on landmark projects and advance your career in electrical engineering.
Electrical Design Engineer
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ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
- Competitive Salary li>Travel allowance li>21 days annual leave + BH
- Pension
- Income Protection Plan & Death in Service Benefit
- Educational Assistance
- Bike to work scheme
My client, a leader in their field, is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a close knit engineering team working across a range of low carbon energy projects in London and beyond.
This is a hands on, delivery focused Electrical Design Engineer role, ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a project; from early design right through to commissioning and operation. You’ll work directly under a lead Electrical Engineer and be trusted with responsibility from the outset.
Key Responsibilities as Electrical Design Engineer
- Working closely with the supply chain to ensure quality and value throughout
- Leading electrical project engineering on a number of live jobs
- Being present on site as required, while also spending time in our London office
- Tracking performance and supporting reporting to the wider project team
Key Specifications as Electrical Design Engineer
- Degree in Electrical Engineering
- At least five years’ experience in a similar role < i>Full project engineering lifecycle: Design to Installation
- Good knowledge of HV/LV transformers and electrical infrastructure
- Knowledge of Heat Pumps/Chillers & Boilers is an advantage
- Confidence working with suppliers and site teams
If you're an experienced and knowledgeable Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys making real progress on real projects, this could be the right fit.
Electrical Design Engineer
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I am recruiting an Electrical Design Engineer for a very busy construction consultancy with a number of high value projects.
The role is offered with a salary of £40-£50K and is only suitable for candidates with experience of UK construction.
Please note that this role is office based. No hybrid or remote working.
The role requires a great deal of customer interaction and report writing so excellent English grammar skills are essential.
A drving licence is a requirement.
This role is an amazing opportunity for someone who is proactive with the drive to move projects forward. It is an opportunity to grow your career, as there is progression through intermediate and senior roles.
The company's project profile includes multi-use, residential, commercial, healthcare and education so experience in one or more of these sectors is essential.
Required experience & Job Role:
- Experience and knowledge of current Building Regulations. li>Producing detailed specifications
- Productions of design calculations both manual and software type
- Production of drawings manually. CAD experience essential
- Production of tender packages
- Carry out tender analysis of returned tender packages
- Production of budget costings for all aspects of services
- Carry out site surveys in various parts of the UK using your own vehicle or public transport.
- Carry out on-site project management
- Production of condition reports
- Direct Client Liaison
Required Knowledge:
- CIBSE Guides
- IEE Regulations
- CDM Regulations
- British Standards
- Revit / BIM Standards (UK)
Electrical Design Engineer
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Electrical Design Engineer - Special Purpose Machinery
Location: London (Onsite 3 days per week)
Contract: 6 Months (Outside IR35)
Rate: 40-45 per hour
We're representing a leading special purpose machinery manufacturer in London who are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their team on a 6-month contract.
The Role:
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical design solutions for complex, bespoke machinery projects. Working closely with mechanical and controls engineers, you will take ownership of the full electrical design lifecycle, from initial concept through to final documentation and support during commissioning.
Key Responsibilities:
Produce detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Design control panel layouts and ensure compliance with relevant standards
Specify electrical components, instrumentation, and safety systems
Liaise with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless integration
Provide technical support during build, testing, and commissioning phases
Key Requirements:
Proven experience in electrical design for special purpose machinery, automation, or industrial equipment
Proficiency in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar CAD packages
Strong understanding of electrical standards and regulations (BS EN, IEC, etc.)
Experience with PLC integration and control systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.) desirable
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a project team
Electrical Design Engineer
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Electrical Design Engineer, London, Permanent
About the role
Amazing infrastructure isn't the only thing that gets built. Incredible careers do too. Join our clients team as an Electrical Design Engineer and build something to be proud of.
Due to the nature of our projects, we require individuals to hold full work rights within the UK, coupled with being eligible for SC level Security Clearance.
What you'll be doing
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities;
o Create electrical designs and procure specialist packages in heavy industries.
o Design LV electrical distribution systems.
o Create the following documentation: Specifications & Datasheets, Cable Calculations & Schedules, Drawings (via CAD team).
o Review and check manufacturer document / information for compliance with
project specifications.
o Develop and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and
suppliers.
Who we're looking for
Qualities and experience:
o Must be proficient in Trimble (Amtech) ProDesign.
o Clear focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and
project teams to deliver cost effective and acceptable design solution
o Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and write clearly and succinctly
o Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design.
o Excellent IT Skills are desirable.
o Microsoft Office experience is essential including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint.
o Detailed knowledge of codes of practice and other regulatory material.
o Experience in a broad range of heavy industries such as Petrochemical, Power
Generation, Renewables and Nuclear.
Beneficial experience:
o Design of HV electrical systems
o Use of AutoCAD and/or Revit software
o Use of Dialux or Relux software
o Use of SKM, ETAP, Digsilent, PSCAD software
o Design of ATEX systems
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Electrical Design Engineer
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Electrical Building Services Design Engineer required for our client, a Croydon-based consultancy with over 25 years' experience delivering sustainable mechanical and electrical projects across the UK specifically in the commercial sector with previous projects including The British Library, The Shard, and Westminster Abbey.
They are expanding and looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their team to take ownership of projects from the initial design, revisions, calculations, specifications, work schedules and estimates.
Our client will consider Intermediate to Senior Level experience.
Electrical Building Services Design Engineer Job Requirements
- Proven experience of Electrical Building Services Design and multi-disciplinary projects
- Worked within a consultancy or large contractor in a design position
- Able to complete detailed designs, drawings, specifications and calculations for electrical systems
- Confident performing site surveys and on-site management
- Knowledge of CIBSE Guides, IEE Regulations, CDM Regulations, Revit / BIM Standards (UK) & Building Regulations
- Software experience with Autocad, REVIT, Microsoft Project, Heavacomp, Amtech and Dialux
- Based within a commutable distance of Croydon
Senior Electrical Building Services Design Engineer Salary & Benefits
- Basic Salary of 40,000 - 60,000
- Opportunity for Bonus and Additional Earnings (discussed at interview stage)
- Office-based, from a high-end office space in Croydon
- Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
- 33 days holiday (25 days + 8 bank holidays)
- Company Pension
- Work phone, laptop, etc
- Opportunities for progression and career development
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Electrical Design Engineer
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ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
- Competitive Salary li>Travel allowance li>21 days annual leave + BH
- Pension
- Income Protection Plan & Death in Service Benefit
- Educational Assistance
- Bike to work scheme
My client, a leader in their field, is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a close knit engineering team working across a range of low carbon energy projects in London and beyond.
This is a hands on, delivery focused Electrical Design Engineer role, ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a project; from early design right through to commissioning and operation. You’ll work directly under a lead Electrical Engineer and be trusted with responsibility from the outset.
Key Responsibilities as Electrical Design Engineer
- Working closely with the supply chain to ensure quality and value throughout
- Leading electrical project engineering on a number of live jobs
- Being present on site as required, while also spending time in our London office
- Tracking performance and supporting reporting to the wider project team
Key Specifications as Electrical Design Engineer
- Degree in Electrical Engineering
- At least five years’ experience in a similar role < i>Full project engineering lifecycle: Design to Installation
- Good knowledge of HV/LV transformers and electrical infrastructure
- Knowledge of Heat Pumps/Chillers & Boilers is an advantage
- Confidence working with suppliers and site teams
If you're an experienced and knowledgeable Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys making real progress on real projects, this could be the right fit.
Electrical Design Engineer
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Attention all Electrical Design Engineers!
Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join an international engineering design consultancy, in a contract role outside IR35 . You will be required to work from our client's office 5 days a week in London, with occasional visits to site. This is a great opportunity to work on exciting UK and UAE aviation projects.
-Competitive hourly rate ranging from 35-45 (depending on experience).
Key Responsibilities:
-Designing electrical systems to meet project needs and standards.
-Support engineering design from concept to detailed specifications and conduct site surveys.
-Contribute to innovation, develop digital skills, and stay updated on emerging technologies.
-Engage in community initiatives (e.g., STEM outreach) and uphold industry standards through their management system.
-Build project management, procurement, and financial awareness while actively maintaining CPD.
What we are looking for:
-A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
-Must have detailed design background with aviation experience within the last 5 years.
-Strong understanding of Building Services Engineering and interdisciplinary design across all project stages.
-Previous experience within a consultancy.
-Working towards or achieved Chartered Engineer status.
-Confident communicator with the ability to be client and project team facing.