Electrical Design Engineer

Description

The Electrical Design Engineer (Intermediate) contributes to the design and delivery of low-carbon Electrical systems across a range of retrofit and energy efficiency projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, the role includes developing integrating low-carbon electrical systems such as solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, and building power infrastructure.

This role offers the opportunity to build technical expertise, develop project delivery skills, and actively support the UK’s decarbonisation and net-zero goals through innovative engineering solutions.

• Support and assist with risk reviews, design updates, and supplier engagement.
• Collaborate closely with senior engineers for mentoring and guidance.
• Assist with Electrical system designs across all RIBA Stages that includes the design of low-carbon energy solutions, such as power distribution, solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, and smart controls for the integration of heat pumps, and other energy-efficiency measures typical of sustainable retrofit into commercial, public-sector and mixed-use buildings .
• Assist in identifying design risks and contribute to risk mitigation strategies and update the design risk registers.
• Support internal teams with planning and funding application inputs.
• Support knowledge-sharing within the team and adopt best practices.
• Provide technical input during procurement and early-stage contractor liaison.
• Liaise with the design and project delivery teams to ensure smooth progression into delivery.
• Participate in design workshops and CPD sessions.
• Participate in design team meetings, capturing key actions and learning opportunities.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Support coordination of BIM and CAD-based design processes.

Requirements

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

• Practical experience or a keen interest in solar PV design, including ground-mounted systems and building-integrated solutions (BIPV).
• Ability to produce design drawings, schematics and calculations under supervision.
• Basic knowledge of relevant standards e.g., CIBSE, PAS 2035, MCS, Building Safety Act, and UK building regulations.
• Experience in electrical services design, typically gained over several years
• Previous participation in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Solid understanding of Electrical systems.
• Practical experience or keen interest in solar PV system design.
• Awareness of low-carbon technologies (heat pumps, BMS, district heating).
• Ability to develop load assessments, lighting design, cable calculations and equipment schedules
• Proficient in AutoCAD with willingness to develop strong Revit/BIM capability.
• Competent with BIM/CAD tools and energy modelling software.
• Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation, or low-carbon projects preferred

Benefits

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefit package, which includes;

Equans is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer (Decarbonisation & Energy Solutions) to join our team in Manchester. This is a full-time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle, and benefits package.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Access to our growing employee networks
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Gym membership discounts

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance