Design Engineer – Electrical Building Services

As a Design Engineer you will be working in a design office environment, whilst providing working design solutions for Electrical Building Services.

You will be adept with drafting and calculation packages, undertake calculations by hand and have a working knowledge of current standards for principal building services systems.

Whilst all work will be undertaken under the supervision of a senior member of the design team the job holder will be expected to show initiative and self-reliance.

 Responsabilites 

  • Receive the Clients brief/remit, formulate the scope of works and develop the design philosophy
  • You will be expected to provide ‘best value’ working design solutions to technical problems and ensure the timely delivery of information
  • You will have a working knowledge of the electronic design packages that are available within the design office, including AutoCAD and Hevacomp, but also be capable of undertaking calculations by hand
  • Knowledge of the current standards is expected for the electrical building services systems used in the industry
  • You will be capable of using AutoCAD 2d to produce detailed design drawings suitable for construction
  • Experience of Building Information Modelling systems such as Aecosim or Revit is preferred but training can be given
  • You will be expected to have a working knowledge of Statutory Regulations and Codes of Practice
  • You will have a working knowledge of the CDM regulations and will be responsible for ensuring that designs are compliant. You will also be required to produce Designers Risk Assessments for projects
  • A working knowledge of low energy technologies and requirements of Building Regulations
  • You will be required to produce specifications for the works
  • Undertake site surveys and compile reports as many projects will be integrated with existing buildings / infrastructure
  • Assess existing utilities for capacity to extend

Requirements and Qualifications

Person Specification 

  • A self-starter with the ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to lead by example, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Extensive knowledge of current markets conditions
  • Ability to work under pressure, whilst ensuring deadlines are met
  • An aptitude to assimilate technical knowledge
  • A strong work ethic with a desire to succeed

Qualifications 

• Minimum of HNC/HND in Electrical Building Services or equivalent vocational qualifications
• Incorporated Membership of a relevant Institution (e.g. CIBSE)
• Previous experience in a building services role in a design office environment or on site
• Previous experience of Railway Infrastructure projects would be beneficial but not essential

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