Building Services Engineer Electrical

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Construction Design team as a Building Services Engineer Electrical. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical building services design, technical advice, and project support across a diverse property portfolio.

Working across new build, refurbishment, and compliance programmes, you will contribute to the design, specification, and delivery of electrical systems in a range of corporate, commercial, heritage, and community buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical building services systems including:
• Power distribution
• Lighting (including energy-efficient solutions)
• Fire alarms and life safety systems
• Security and access control systems
• Produce and review technical drawings, specifications, and reports
• Provide professional electrical engineering advice to clients, project managers, and stakeholders
• Support the delivery of capital and planned maintenance projects from inception through to completion
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards (e.g. IET Wiring Regulations, Building Regulations, CDM)
• Undertake site inspections, surveys, and condition assessments
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality, safety, and value for money
• Contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction objectives, including low-energy design

About You

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent individual with a strong background in electrical building services.

Essential Requirements

• Level 6 Qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Experience in designing electrical services within buildings
• Knowledge of relevant standards, including:
• IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Building Regulations
• Health & Safety legislation (including CDM)
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel across sites)

Desirable

• Working towards or holding professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IET)
• Experience within a local authority or public sector environment
• Knowledge of sustainable design principles and energy efficiency
• Familiarity with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit)

What We Offer

• Flexible and agile working arrangements
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to professional development and training
• Opportunities to work on varied and high-profile projects

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team delivering projects that make a real difference to communities across Barnsley. You will have the chance to grow professionally while contributing to sustainable, safe, and efficient buildings.