Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join the Energy Engineering team in the development of innovative renewable energy and retrofit efficiency projects. This key role will report to the Energy Engineering Director, supporting the continued growth in our engineering and design function in light of our expanding pipeline of work.

The  Senior Electrical Design Engineer will lead the electrical design elements of multidisciplinary projects from RIBA 1 to 4, as well as provide technical assurance during construction. These projects will typically range in value from £1m to £5m an encompass virtually all forms of renewable energy technologies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong foundation in electrical engineering, spanning conventional building services, infrastructure and renewable energies. The candidate will be conversant with modern design tools, such as Amtec, AutoCAD and REVIT, as well as key design standards, regulations and codes of practice. Creativity, innovative thinking and adaptability will be required in order to meet the diverse needs and ambitions of our projects.

Key activities

• The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will hold responsibilities for assuring that design packages are delivered on time, on budget, satisfy project requirements and achieve compliance
• Will hold responsibilities for assuring that design packages are delivered on time, on budget, satisfy project requirements and achieve compliance
• Will involve leadership of both in-house and external design engineers, as well as collaborative teamwork with adjoining engineering disciplines
• The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will support in leading the electrical design team.
• Will need to take a project briefs, potentially from pre-concept stage, identify design options and select the best available technique, through rigorous qualitative and quantitative assessment
• Develop robust yet efficient designs in unique project environments with immovable deadlines
• Liaise with Statutory Authorities, including Distribution Network Operators, to obtain relevant consents
• Coordinate internal and external designers to ensure achievement of deliverables
• Prepare scopes and specifications for externally procured activities

Skills, qualifications & experience

• Bachelors or masters degree in engineering,
• Membership with an appropriate professional institution
• Relevant awards associated with electrical engineering
• UK Engineering Council Chartership would be advantageous, though not exclusive

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.  

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture. 

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. 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