Associate Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited · Building Services Engineer · viaReed

£70,000 - £80,000 per annum

Southampton, South EastPermanentFull-timeHybrid
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Closing date
7 Nov 2026
Posted
1d ago
Specialism
Building Services Engineer
Sector
Construction
Reference
reed-57488834

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Your new company
An established and highly respected Building Services consultancy is seeking an Electrical Associate Design Engineer to join its growing Southampton office. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative MEP solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, this business offers the opportunity to work on complex, technically challenging developments while playing a key role in shaping projects, developing client relationships and mentoring engineers.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer ready to step into an Associate-level position, or an existing Associate seeking a fresh challenge within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.
Your new role
As an Electrical Associate Design Engineer, you will take a leading role in the delivery of electrical building services design projects from concept through to completion.You will be responsible for:

  • Leading the electrical design and coordination of projects across multiple sectors.
  • Managing project delivery, resources and programme requirements.
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Supporting business development activities and helping secure new work.
  • Mentoring and developing junior and intermediate engineers.
  • Collaborating closely with mechanical, sustainability and BIM teams.
  • Ensuring designs comply with relevant regulations, standards and industry best practice.


What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience within a Building Services Consultancy environment.
  • Strong electrical design expertise across a range of building projects.
  • Experience leading project teams and managing client relationships.
  • Good understanding of current Building Regulations and British Standards.
  • Proficiency with industry software such as Amtech, Dialux/Relux and Revit.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous.


What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
  • Clear pathway for career progression and professional development.
  • Exposure to prestigious and technically challenging projects.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • The opportunity to play a key role in the growth and success of the business.


What you need to do now
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If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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