Your Company
NET Recruit is proud to be partnering with a highly established defence business operating nationally, with offices in Hampshire, in their search for an experienced Electrical Engineer .
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical engineering professional to work on a diverse portfolio of building and infrastructure projects, contributing to the design and delivery of electrical systems from initial concept through to completion.
The business has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions, working collaboratively with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to develop safe, efficient and compliant designs. The successful candidate will take ownership of their technical work, help resolve complex engineering challenges and play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards.
Your Role and Responsibilities
While in this position, your duties may include but are not limited to:
Planning, designing and developing electrical systems for building and infrastructure projects.
Delivering electrical engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to installation and completion.
Working independently with limited supervision, taking ownership of technical deliverables and design decisions.
Conducting site surveys, inspections and assessments to gather essential technical information.
Researching, analysing and interpreting technical data to inform effective design solutions.
Producing detailed electrical designs, calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
Using Revit and AutoCAD to develop accurate electrical design information.
Applying lighting design software, including DIALux or Relux, to produce effective and compliant lighting solutions.
Using Trimble (Amtech) for electrical design calculations and system development.
Preparing and working with NBS specifications to ensure designs are clearly documented and meet project requirements.
Applying a comprehensive working knowledge of BS 7671 and relevant industry standards.
Using CIBSE Lighting Guides and other applicable guidance to support compliant electrical and lighting designs.
Coordinating designs with architects, structural and mechanical engineers, contractors, clients and other project stakeholders.
Providing technical support during installation, commissioning and testing activities where required.
Resolving design and installation challenges efficiently, ensuring appropriate technical solutions are implemented.
Reviewing project requirements and balancing technical performance, safety, cost and programme considerations.
Ensuring all designs and documentation comply with relevant regulations, JPS Standards, project specifications and client expectations.
Supporting the timely delivery of projects while maintaining excellent quality and attention to detail.
What You Will Need to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need a minimum of 10 years' experience within an electrical consulting design environment, with a strong background in electrical design for building or infrastructure projects.
You should be confident working independently with limited supervision, taking responsibility for your technical outputs and demonstrating a thorough understanding of electrical engineering principles, design processes and project delivery.
Essential technical experience and knowledge include
Strong practical experience using Revit and AutoCAD.
Proficiency in DIALux or Relux, Trimble (Amtech) and NBS specifications.
A comprehensive working knowledge of BS 7671.
Familiarity with CIBSE Lighting Guides and relevant industry standards, including JPS Standards.
Experience producing electrical designs, calculations, drawings and technical documentation.
The ability to coordinate effectively with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
You will also need excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve technical issues while working to project deadlines.
A valid CSCS Card is essential. Candidates who already hold Security Check (SC) clearance, or who are eligible and willing to obtain the necessary clearance, will be particularly desirable.
What You Will Get in Return
In return, the company is offering a salary of up to £90,000 , depending on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of technically challenging projects across Hampshire.
You will join an established and supportive engineering environment where your expertise will be valued and you will have the opportunity to take genuine ownership of your work. The position offers involvement across the full project lifecycle, from initial design and development through to installation, commissioning and completion.
Working alongside experienced professionals within multidisciplinary teams, you will have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise while contributing to high-quality engineering solutions within the defence sector.
If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong consulting design background and are looking for your next opportunity within a technically focused engineering environment, this could be an excellent next step in your career.