This is a career changing opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to work with an innovative MEP design consultancy where you will be given complete autonomy over design and financial aspects of projects, and a realistic opportunity to progress.

The company was established in 1978 and is an independent Mechanical & Electrical design consultancy that provides the full range of MEP Building Services.  Boasting an impressive client list in the healthcare, education, commercial and residential sectors, the company operate on projects across the UK.

The Principal leadership are actively involved in day-to-day client delivery, and the entire teams professional and personable approach focuses on offering clients first class solutions and bespoke services that exceed expectations and provide measurable benefits.

You will be joining a first-class team of dedicated technical specialists that operate in a collaborative atmosphere working alongside the UK’s leading architects, designers, and contractors.

They are now looking to bring additional expertise to the electrical team with the appointment of a Principal Electrical Engineer. The main responsibilities are in the areas of project delivery and support of the group management. You should be commercially aware, be able to develop and maintain client relationships, provide technical expertise, provide support to less experienced engineers, ensure quality standards, and adopt and promote the company ethos.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for various projects.
• Develop project plans and schedules.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analysis.
• Conduct testing and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Provide technical support to clients.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or relevant engineering experience.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in electrical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems design and development.
• Experience in project management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What they are offering

• A salary up to £75,000
• Flexible & Hybrid working
• Benefits package

Company:

The Company was founded in 1983 in South Africa. The company is very strong in leisure, education, commercial, retail, and residential sectors of the market. The Company employs circa 20 employees, and although a relatively small Company punches well above its weight in terms of projects undertaken. Project values have varied from £4million to £200million in terms of construction value. The company has won several national and international awards for some of its projects and has established itself as a leader in low carbon and renewable technologies and low energy buildings. The type of work is varied; for instance, the company has written the technical guidance for Sport England wet and dry sports centres and partnered with a number of local authorities and main contractors. The design work varies from developing concept designs to Stage 3 for planning purposes to fully detailed design, contract and construction drawings.

The candidate will report directly to the Director. The candidate joins the company in the midst of exciting times, with a strong order book and growth opportunities. The candidate will be given the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills and ultimately manage their own projects, which will include managing a team of engineers, building physicist, and technicians.

Job Description:

The engineer will be required to deal with projects predominantly in the South East from concept/feasibility stage, through design and construction to commissioning and handover under the guidance of a director. Skills that will be developed include but are not limited to the following:

• Domestic water design including demand calculations to BS and IoP standards
• Domestic water and drainage pump capacity sizing
• Above ground foul and rainwater design (gravity fed systems)
• Fire sprinkler design
• Design and specification of renewable technologies
• Detail development of concept designs (RIBA Stage 2) to include equipment selection and specification etc, to completion of construction stage information (RIBA Stage 5)
• Liaison with architects, clients, structural engineers and contractors
• Project Management
• Site inspections

Qualifications and Experience:

• British or European citizen or otherwise working rights in UK
• Degree in mechanical engineering
• Minimum 5 years as Public Health Design Engineer with a consulting engineering firm in the UK
• Good design skills
• Revit MEP
• BS EN 12845 and BS 9251 sprinkler systems
• Fire hydrant design to BS 9990 and BS 750
• Dry and wet risers to BS 9990
• Working knowledge of building regulations, especially Parts G, H and L
• Working knowledge of British Standards

Our client is a privately owned, MEP building services consultancy established in 1993 based in Hertforshire. They have experienced steady growth by providing first class project delivery and now consist of a team of 30 multi-disciplinary Building Services and Sustainability Engineers. They are looking for an Electrical Engineer to work on some of the UKs largest high end residential & education projects.

Building Services Experience required: 

• Low Voltage (LV) Distribution
• General and Emergency Lighting
• General LV Power
• Access Control, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and Intruder Alarms
• Fire Detection and Alarm
• Lightning and Surge Protection Systems

The role will involve:

• Complete survey work and site inspections
• Undertake design calculations using various methods, from manual calculations to software-based modelling
• Prepare drawings
• Write technical specification
• Write technical reports
• Problem solving
• Support the Senior Management Team with client relationship management on projects they are working on
• Take responsibility for their professional and personal development

 In order to be considered for this role you will have:

• Minimum 3-6 years building services consultancy experience
• A degree qualification – Electrical or building services (Chartered or working towards). An HNC or HND with suitable design experience will also be considered
• Client interaction skills
• Software design ideally including Microsoft Office, Amtech, and Dialux
• Knowledge of British standards, building regulations documents, etc
• Knowledge of HTMs would also be of benefit
• Professional membership (CIBSE, IET, IMechE)

They are offering:

• Flexible working
• Salary range of £40,000 to £50,000
• 25 days holiday (plus public holidays)

We are seeking a CAD Revit Coordinator to join an independent MEP design consultancy based in Buckinghamshire. They have been providing sustainable environmental building services engineering throughout the UK in central government services, pharmaceutical, healthcare, veterinary research, manufacturing, education, and commercial sectors for over thirty years.

Duties & Experience:

• Preparing Revit models and or CAD drawings from Engineer’s sketches.
• Preparing drawing packages for issue to clients and external parties.
• Communicate with Engineers & other members of the CAD team
• Experience in the latest version of Revit and AutoCAD.
• A genuine interest in M&E draughting.
• At least 2 years experience using Revit.
• Good communicator with the ability to work within a team.

They are offering an excellent development and training program for someone who is looking to progress their career within MEP Revit.