Senior Electrical Engineer
Senior Electrical Engineer — Building Services (Consultancy)
Birmingham (Hybrid) | £45,000 – £55,000
About the Company
Join a well‑established multidisciplinary consultancy known for delivering high‑quality built environment and construction solutions across sectors including commercial, education, residential, and healthcare. The practice brings together experts across building services, structural and civil engineering, architecture, project management, cost consultancy and advisory services with a collaborative and client‑focused approach.
Role Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of electrical building services across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will be a key member of the MEP team — providing technical expertise, managing projects from concept through to completion, coordinating with internal disciplines and external consultants, and enhancing client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead electrical building services design and specification on multidisciplinary projects.
* Manage projects through all design stages, ensuring timely delivery and technical excellence.
* Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, and other consultants to integrate electrical systems.
* Mentor, guide and develop junior engineers and technicians.
* Maintain compliance with industry standards, regulations and best practice.
* Engage directly with clients, delivering professional electrical advice and building lasting relationships.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
* Proven consultancy experience in electrical design within the built environment.
* Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems (lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, data/communications).
* Excellent project management, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Chartered status (e.g., CEng/CIBSE/IET) or working towards chartership is desirable.
Why Join?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* 28 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
* Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary working environment.
* Opportunity to work on varied and high‑profile built environment projects