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Posted 05 August, 2026

Electrical Design Engineer

O'Connor Sutton Cronin
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Electrical Design Engineers (Intermediate & Senior)

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OCSC is seeking Intermediate and Senior Electrical Design Engineers to join its growing Building Services team

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Location: London or Birmingham (Hybrid working mode

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Sponsorship: Not available

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RoleAs part of an integrated multi-disciplinary project team, you will be involved in the design and delivery of electrical systems for a wide range of building projects. Opportunities are available at both Intermediate and Senior level, with responsibilities aligned to your experience.

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Requirements:

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Intermediate:

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  • Third level qualification in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
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  • Minimum 3 years' relevant experience, ideally within a building services design consultancy.
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  • Previous UK or Ireland project experience is essential.
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  • Knowledge of current Design Guides, Building Regulations, EN Standards and IEC Standards.
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  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit/BIM experience preferred.
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  • Proactive with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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  • Excellent attention to detail.
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

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  • Third level qualification in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
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  • 7+ years' relevant experience, ideally within a building services design consultancy.
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  • Strong technical ability across all aspects of Electrical Building Services Design.
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  • Previous UK or Ireland project experience.
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  • Knowledge of current Design Guides, Building Regulations, EN Standards and IEC Standards.
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  • Experience using Dialux and Amtech.
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  • Experience liaising with clients, contractors and vendors.
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  • Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers.
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  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
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Key Responsibilities

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Intermediate

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  • Assist with the design of electrical building services systems.
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  • Carry out lighting calculations, cable sizing and other electrical design calculations.
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  • Produce drawings using AutoCAD and Revit/BIM.
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  • Prepare technical specifications and reports.
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  • Attend site visits, inspections and assist with troubleshooting to ensure design compliance.
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Senior

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  • Lead the design and specification of electrical engineering solutions for building projects.
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  • Work directly with clients and multidisciplinary project teams to develop technical solutions.
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  • Lead pre-construction activities including design development, services coordination, technical submittals and subcontractor coordination.
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  • Manage and mentor junior engineers.
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  • Provide technical support to estimating, procurement, commercial and project delivery teams.
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  • Support construction teams throughout project delivery.
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Benefits

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  • Competitive salary (plus bonus for Senior level)
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  • Hybrid and flexible working
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  • Pension scheme
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  • Life Insurance (Death in Service)
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  • Sickness Scheme
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  • Service Holidays
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  • Professional fees paid
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  • Educational Assistance Scheme
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  • Wellness Programme
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  • Lunch & Learn / Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
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