Job Description

We are a leading inter-disciplinary consultancy specialising in innovative, sustainable, and efficient design solutions across various sectors, including commercial, residential, healthcare, and industrial projects. With a growing portfolio of exciting projects, we are seeking a highly skilled

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

to join our team and contribute to our success.



As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will take a lead role in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality electrical engineering solutions. You will collaborate closely with clients, project teams, and other disciplines to ensure the successful execution of projects, from concept to completion.

Duties

Design Leadership: Produce detailed electrical designs, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, security systems, and renewable energy solutions, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations Project Management: Oversee the delivery of electrical engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction Collaboration: Work closely with clients, architects, and other engineers to develop tailored solutions that meet project requirements Technical Oversight: Review and approve designs, calculations, and specifications prepared by junior engineers and ensure quality assurance across all deliverables Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, fostering their development and encouraging a collaborative team environment Sustainability: Incorporate energy-efficient and sustainable design practices into project solutions Site Support: Attend project meetings and site visits to ensure alignment between design intent and on-site implementation

The skills and experience you need to have for this role

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent (Chartered Engineer status or working towards it preferred) Proven experience in electrical design within a consultancy or similar environment, including a strong portfolio of delivered projects In-depth knowledge of relevant standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., BS 7671, Building Regulations) Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and calculation tools (e.g., Electrical -OM, Amtech, Dialux) Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead client meetings and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams

To be successful in this role you will have an accredited Building Services degree or higher educational qualification and experience in a similar role. Ideally chartered or working towards chartered engineer status with a suitable institution. You will need to be an excellent communicator who can articulate complicated issues between our clients and our highly skilled project teams. You will also need to show a willingness to learn whilst demonstrating a high level diligence and organisational skills.


Ridge operate a CIBSE accredited mentor scheme for registration to the Engineer Council to obtain CEng


Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy. We provide our clients with access to a wide range of integrated expertise and professional disciplines to help them transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.


Our people make what we do possible, helping us lead the way with quality, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. That's why we challenge them to be the best they can be and offer exceptional training and career development opportunities at all levels.


Ridge and Partners LLP

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