Senior Electrical Engineer

  • RGB Recruitment
  • Cardiff, South Glamorgan
  • Apr 27, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Building ServicesLocation: Cardiff / BristolJob Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive (dependent on experience)Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services Overview An opportunity is available for a Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services to join an established engineering consultancy team in Cardiff or Bristol offices. The Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services will deliver electrical design across multiple sectors, supporting project delivery, client engagement, and team development within a multidisciplinary environment. Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver electrical building services design across all RIBA Stages 0-6
  • Lead and coordinate building services engineering projects
  • Manage project programmes, resources, and technical delivery
  • Develop and maintain client relationships and stakeholder communication
  • Oversee quality assurance (QA) and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Support and mentor junior and intermediate engineers
  • Undertake site inspections, commissioning support, and technical reviews
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams including mechanical and BIM
Technical Skills
  • Low Voltage (LV) distribution and switchgear design
  • Cable sizing and calculations (Amtech, ElectricalOM)
  • Generator systems, transformers, and UPS systems
  • Lighting design (Dialux, Relux)
  • Fire alarm systems and life safety systems
  • High Voltage (HV) infrastructure and private networks
  • CAD software and BIM / Revit coordination
Requirements
  • Minimum 5+ years electrical building services design experience
  • Proven experience in project leadership and team coordination
  • Membership with CIBSE or IET, or working towards membership
  • Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
  • Experience delivering projects across multiple sectors within building services
Benefits
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Private medical insurance
  • Company reward scheme
  • Wellbeing initiatives and incentives
  • Structured career progression
  • Mentoring and support towards Chartered Engineer status