Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer - Cardiff Building Services

Your opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Cardiff team. This role offers the chance to develop your skills across a diverse range of projects, contribute to business growth, and collaborate within a supportive, professional environment. As part of a large national consultancy, you will have the opportunity to manage and contribute to high-profile projects across South Wales, working on schemes in sectors such as tall buildings, student accommodation, education, and emergency services.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work within a design team to produce calculations, reports, and detailed design solutions.
• Use specialist CAD and BIM (Revit) software to design compliant building systems.
• Undertake design calculations to demonstrate compliance with client requirements.
• Conduct site surveys and inspections, capturing relevant data for ongoing projects.
• Review construction design details and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate closely with other professionals, including structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors.
• Attend project group and technical meetings.
• Ensure building system designs meet all legislative, health, and safety requirements.

Experience and Skills Required

• Proven experience in delivering design solutions from conception to completion, including calculations, drawings, and specifications aligned with RIBA stages and BSRIA BG6.
• Degree or higher qualification in Building Services Engineering (HNC/HND acceptable).
• Experience with Revit is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Amtech or OEM calculation software is beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility for professional registration (EngTech/IEng/CEng) is supported.

Benefits

• Competitive annual leave with flexibility to buy, carry over, or sell days.
• Volunteering days to support community engagement.
• Mental health support through trained first aiders and wellbeing apps.
• Comprehensive financial benefits including life assurance, pension scheme, and income protection.
• Medical insurance, private GP access, and discounted gym membership.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Career development opportunities to support professional, personal, and educational goals.
• Additional benefits such as performance bonuses, car allowance, and more, depending on role and progression.

About the team

A multidisciplinary consultancy delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions across the built environment. Our team is driven by technical expertise, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and ambition, offering a workplace where you can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects.