Senior Electrical Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £55,000 to £65,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Package |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, ec2v 6db |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4762915_1769014704 |
Summary
Your new company
A well‑established and design‑led building services engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support its continued growth across the UK.
This role offers the opportunity to take a technical lead position on a range of high‑profile and technically challenging projects, working closely with associates, project teams and clients.
Your new role
You will be responsible for leading the electrical building services design on projects from concept through to construction, providing technical direction and mentoring junior engineers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the electrical design of building services systems, including power, lighting, fire alarms, data, security and life‑safety systems
- Producing and reviewing calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports
- Coordinating with mechanical engineers, architects and external consultants
- Acting as a key technical point of contact for clients and project teams
- Attending design team and client meetings
- Managing and mentoring intermediate and junior engineers
- Ensuring designs meet UK regulations, standards and best practice
Project sectors
You will work across a varied and impressive portfolio, including:
- Healthcare - hospitals, acute care and specialist facilities
- Commercial - offices, mixed‑use schemes and fit‑out projects
- Residential - high‑quality apartment and large‑scale residential developments
Projects range from complex refurbishments to large new‑build schemes, offering excellent technical variety.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience as a Senior or strong Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer within UK building services
- Excellent knowledge of UK standards, regulations and design processes
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services
- Competent with Amtech, Dialux/Relux and AutoCAD (Revit experience beneficial)
- Working toward or already Chartered (IEng or CEng)
- Confident communicator with leadership and mentoring capability
What you'll get in return
- £50,000 - £65,000 salary, depending on experience
- Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2 days home
- Clear progression to Principal or Associate level
- Exposure to flagship projects across multiple sectors
- Support with chartership and ongoing professional development
- Supportive, modern and collaborative working culture
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Adam Smeddle on 07752 790693 now.
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