Job Description
Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Heathrow Airport, London
Contract Role: 6 months +
Day Rate: £350 to £425 per day
Sector: Aviation / Rail / Pharma / Industrial Automation
We are currently recruiting for a specialist electrical and mechanical engineering contractor delivering complex, safety-critical projects across aviation, rail, pharmaceutical, and industrial environments. With a strong presence at Heathrow Airport, The contractor is recognised for its high standards, technical excellence, and ability to deliver live-environment projects with minimal operational disruption.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support live project delivery at Heathrow Airport. This role requires a hands-on, site-experienced engineer who understands the realities of working in a highly regulated, operational environment.
You will be responsible for producing, reviewing, and coordinating electrical designs while working closely with project managers, site teams, and clients to ensure safe, compliant, and buildable solutions.
Key Responsibilities
If you are an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong site experience and a passion for delivering high-quality work in live environments, we would like to hear from you.
Location: Heathrow Airport, London
Contract Role: 6 months +
Day Rate: £350 to £425 per day
Sector: Aviation / Rail / Pharma / Industrial Automation
We are currently recruiting for a specialist electrical and mechanical engineering contractor delivering complex, safety-critical projects across aviation, rail, pharmaceutical, and industrial environments. With a strong presence at Heathrow Airport, The contractor is recognised for its high standards, technical excellence, and ability to deliver live-environment projects with minimal operational disruption.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support live project delivery at Heathrow Airport. This role requires a hands-on, site-experienced engineer who understands the realities of working in a highly regulated, operational environment.
You will be responsible for producing, reviewing, and coordinating electrical designs while working closely with project managers, site teams, and clients to ensure safe, compliant, and buildable solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop electrical designs for live construction projects
- Support site teams with technical input and design coordination
- Design and review Low Voltage (LV) systems, including:
- Lighting
- Small power
- Ensure designs comply with BS7671, relevant standards, and Heathrow requirements
- Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders in live operational environments
- Participate in site surveys, inspections, and commissioning support
- Assist with technical problem-solving during construction phases
- Minimum 10 years' experience in electrical engineering or design
- Strong site-based experience working on live projects
- Background in Aviation, Rail, Pharmaceutical, or Automation environments
- Solid experience with Low Voltage systems, lighting, and small power
- Qualified Electrician background is highly desirable
- Chartered Engineer status (CIBSE / IET) preferred but not essential
- Comfortable working in operational, safety-critical environments
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
- Long-term contract opportunity working at Heathrow Airport
- Involvement in complex, high-profile infrastructure projects
- Competitive day rate
- Opportunity to work with a respected specialist contractor
If you are an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong site experience and a passion for delivering high-quality work in live environments, we would like to hear from you.
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