Graduate / Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer

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Graduate / Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Nottingham Employment: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £25,000 - £40,000

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Graduate / Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer to join an established Building Services Consultancy based in Nottingham.

This role would suit either a Graduate Electrical Engineer or an Apprenticeship-trained Electrician looking to move into a professional electrical building services design environment. You will have the opportunity to build on your existing electrical services knowledge, work alongside an experienced design team and receive full support with your professional development.

The Role

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced Electrical Design Engineers on a wide range of projects across various sectors, delivering building services designs from feasibility through to detailed and fully coordinated design for installation purposes, across RIBA Stages 0-5. The primary focus will be the design of electrical building services, including:

LV distribution
Lighting
Small power
Fire and security systems

Training and support will be provided on design software including Amtech and Relux , alongside Revit and AutoCAD.

You will work closely with Electrical and Mechanical Design Engineers and Revit Technicians as part of a multi-disciplinary team, producing detailed and sustainable building services designs in both 2D and 3D environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design, size and select electrical systems using relevant calculation software
Incorporate sustainable technologies into electrical designs
Produce 3D models, drawings, specifications and reports
Prepare load calculations and support utility connection applicationsCoordinate designs with other disciplines
Work to relevant industry guidance, British Standards and Building Regulations
Attend client, design team and project meetings
Undertake feasibility studies and site surveys

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent, or
An apprenticeship-trained electrician with relevant City & Guilds qualifications
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
A willingness and ability to learn design software including Amtech, Relux, Revit and AutoCAD
An interest in developing a long-term career within Building Services

Personal Qualities

Keen to learn and develop
Confident asking questions and seeking guidance
Good time management and organisational skills
Strong attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible and reliable approach
Good communication skills
Hard-working and professional attitude

Training & Development

Full training and mentoring will be provided by experienced Design Engineers, with further education support available where required, including:

HNC
HND
Degree-level study
IET professional membership
CIBSE professional membership

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical skills and build a long-term career in Electrical Building Services Design.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Permanent, full-time position
40-hour working week
Full support and guidance for professional development
33 days' holiday (25 days + 8 statutory days)
Healthcare scheme, including support towards optometry, dental and other healthcare services
Life and critical illness cover
Contributory pension
Cycle to work scheme
Easily accessible Nottingham office with good public transport links
Team socials and events