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About the Role
A leading multi-disciplinary Building Services Consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join one of their regional offices in Birmingham. The business delivers mechanical, electrical and low-carbon solutions across a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, pharmaceutical, and public sector projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and sustainability-focused consultancy, working on technically complex and meaningful projects. You’ll lead project delivery, support junior engineers, and help drive innovation across the Electrical team.

What’s in it for you?
• Competitive salary
• Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
• Private healthcare and Employee Assistance Programme
• Bonus scheme and pension
• Flexible hours and hybrid working
• Generous holiday entitlement with buy/sell options
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
• Career development in a forward-thinking business
• Fully funded team building and social events

Key Responsibilities
• Lead electrical design across a range of sectors
• Deliver low-carbon, energy-efficient building services solutions
• Mentor and support junior engineers
• Attend client meetings and present technical information
• Produce calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Oversee quality control and ensure technical excellence
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams

What we’re looking for
• Strong experience in Electrical Building Services Design
• Minimum 3–4 years’ post-qualification experience
• Experience with Amtech, Revit, Dialux/Relux, and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with British Standards, Building Regs, and ideally HTMs
• Project background in healthcare, education, residential, or commercial sectors
• Chartered or working towards it (CIBSE, IET)
• Strong communication and project leadership skills
• Knowledge of renewable energy integration and BREEAM
• Understanding of mechanical services (desirable)

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