Senior Electrical Engineer

Hays — United Kingdom · Posted ~2 hours ago

Senior Full-time

Skills

Electrical engineering Building services design Project delivery Client management Electrical design software Building services systems

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead building services projects from concept through completion. The role involves technical leadership, design responsibility, and collaboration with clients and engineering teams.

Highlights

Opportunity to lead engineering projects, mentor others, and contribute to major building developments in a collaborative environment.

Description

Senior Electrical EngineerEdinburgh | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Take ownership. Lead projects. Shape the future. Are you an experienced Electrical Building Services Engineer looking for your next step within a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy? This is an opportunity to join a thriving Edinburgh-based team where you'll play a key role in delivering some of Scotland's most exciting building projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Working within a collaborative environment, you'll be involved in projects from initial concept through to completion, giving you genuine influence across the entire design process. With a strong pipeline of work across multiple sectors, this role offers the chance to lead projects, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of an established engineering team. The Role As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take responsibility for the delivery of electrical building services designs across a diverse portfolio of projects. You'll act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, contractors and wider design teams while supporting and developing junior engineers. Your responsibilities will include: Leading electrical building services projects from concept through to completionDeveloping electrical design strategies and producing detailed design solutionsManaging project delivery, programme and quality standardsCoordinating and mentoring graduate, apprentice and assistant engineersAttending client and design team meetings as the electrical leadProducing calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentationSupporting project cost planning and commercial deliveryUndertaking site inspections, commissioning reviews and post-contract dutiesEnsuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical standardsWhat We're Looking For Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services EngineeringExperience delivering electrical building services projects within a consultancy environmentStrong understanding of UK building regulations and industry standardsPrevious experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teamsClient-facing experience with excellent communication skillsProficiency in industry software including Revit, Amtech/Trimble, Dialux and AutoCADAbility to manage multiple projects effectivelyIdeally working towards Chartered Engineer status or already charteredWhy Apply? Join a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy with an excellent reputation in the marketWork on projects across a broad range of sectors and sizesGenuine involvement from concept design through construction and completionSupportive and collaborative culture with clear career progression opportunitiesModern city-centre office environmentOngoing professional development and support towards chartershipApply NowIf you're a Senior Electrical Engineer looking for a role that offers greater responsibility, project ownership and long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, contact Richard Greenwood at Hays Building Services or apply today. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk