Senior Electrical Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £70,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Gateshead, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Extension Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 579 |
Summary
Job Title: Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Gateshead
Salary: c.£70,000 plus car allowance
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
An established UK‑based engineering and construction group, operating across complex technical and critical infrastructure environments, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of high‑value, mission‑critical projects.
The Role – Senior Electrical Design Engineer
As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, the role will involve:
Leading electrical services design from concept through detailed design and commissioning
Designing and reviewing HV and LV power systems, including primary distribution, UPS, generators and standby systems
Producing design calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports
Delivering electrical solutions aligned with redundancy, resilience and uptime requirements
Coordinating with mechanical, structural and architectural teams to ensure integrated design
Supporting site activities, commissioning, FAT/SAT testing and project handover
Engaging with clients and contributing to value engineering and risk mitigation
About You – Senior Electrical Design Engineer
The successful Senior Electrical Design Engineer will demonstrate:
A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Extensive experience in electrical services design within data centres or similarly critical environments
Strong knowledge of power distribution, resilience strategies and mission‑critical infrastructure
Familiarity with industry standards such as BS 7671, CIBSE and relevant IEC standards
Proficiency with AutoCAD and electrical design and calculation software
Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead complex technical workstreams
Why Apply?
This Senior Electrical Design Engineer opportunity offers exposure to technically challenging projects within a collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation that values quality, innovation and professional development.
We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. As a recruitment partner, we work with employers who value diversity and authenticity. If you’re excited about this Electrical Design Engineer role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for.
Location: Gateshead
Salary: c.£70,000 plus car allowance
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
An established UK‑based engineering and construction group, operating across complex technical and critical infrastructure environments, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of high‑value, mission‑critical projects.
The Role – Senior Electrical Design Engineer
As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, the role will involve:
Leading electrical services design from concept through detailed design and commissioning
Designing and reviewing HV and LV power systems, including primary distribution, UPS, generators and standby systems
Producing design calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports
Delivering electrical solutions aligned with redundancy, resilience and uptime requirements
Coordinating with mechanical, structural and architectural teams to ensure integrated design
Supporting site activities, commissioning, FAT/SAT testing and project handover
Engaging with clients and contributing to value engineering and risk mitigation
About You – Senior Electrical Design Engineer
The successful Senior Electrical Design Engineer will demonstrate:
A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Extensive experience in electrical services design within data centres or similarly critical environments
Strong knowledge of power distribution, resilience strategies and mission‑critical infrastructure
Familiarity with industry standards such as BS 7671, CIBSE and relevant IEC standards
Proficiency with AutoCAD and electrical design and calculation software
Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead complex technical workstreams
Why Apply?
This Senior Electrical Design Engineer opportunity offers exposure to technically challenging projects within a collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation that values quality, innovation and professional development.
We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. As a recruitment partner, we work with employers who value diversity and authenticity. If you’re excited about this Electrical Design Engineer role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for.