Electrical Design Engineer/Senior/Associate - Building Services
 
London, Birmingham,
 
Thomas Search are working on behalf of an independent consultancy to appoint an experienced Senior, up to Associate Electrical Building Services Engineer into their growing and successful engineering teams.
You will join a friendly, collaborative, and growing team within a leading multi-disciplinary property consultancy, this role offers exposure to high-profile clients and exciting projects across commercial, retail, industrial, and large-scale residential developments.
 
The Role
 
We''re seeking an Electrical Design Engineer of various seniority, with proven building services experience to help deliver innovative solutions across the UK. Working closely with the London or Birmingham regional lead/director, supporting the technical delivery of electrical systems design and deliver packages of electrical design work.
 
What You''ll Do

• Low voltage distribution & small power
• Lighting, emergency lighting & control systems
• Fire detection, alarms & security systems
• Containment & extra-low voltage systems (CCTV, access control, etc.)
• Produce technical specifications, drawings, reports, and engaging presentations
• Conduct site inspections, surveys, and attend client/contractor meetings
• Collaborate with energy & carbon specialists to support EPC, MEES, and NZC strategies
• Contribute to best practice development, templates, and workflows within the E&S hub
• Support junior engineers and sustainability colleagues through knowledge sharing & CPD
• Deliver individual financial performance and manage your own project pipeline 

• Degree-qualified in Engineering (BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng), with 3+ - 5+ years'' industry experience, DOR.
• Background in consultancy or contractor design within building services
• Ideally MCIBSE (or working towards, with full support provided)
• Hands-on project delivery in the built environment
• Strong knowledge of BS 7671, Building Regulations & EPC requirements
• Proficiency in AutoCAD & Microsoft Office (Revit, Amtech/Trimble, Dialux, Relux advantageous)
• Commercial awareness and desire to be client-facing

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
• Private healthcare, life assurance & personal accident cover
• 25 days annual leave + wellbeing & charity days
• Flexible & hybrid working (laptop & phone provided)
• Cycle scheme, season ticket loan & contributory pension
• Tailored career development and sponsored learning