Electrical Design Engineer in Birmingham, West Midlands

Our client are seeking an experienced Design Engineer (Security Systems) to deliver end-to-end electrical and security design solutions across UK Electrical and Gas Transmission sites. You’ll manage designs from concept through to commissioning and handover — ensuring full compliance with legislation, technical standards, and client specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys for Transmission sites.
• Develop concept and detailed design packages for both Electrical (LV & ELV) and Security Systems.
• Prepare RFI/TQ documentation and manage Design Change Control processes.
• Produce drawings, block diagrams, SLDs, schematics, and schedules in AutoCAD and Amtech.
• Support HAZID/HAZCON/Design Assurance reviews, promoting hazard mitigation in design.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Construction, and Project Management teams.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.
• Ensure full compliance with internal management systems, safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Mandatory Experience

• Amtech or ElectricalOM design software.
• AutoCAD 2D and familiarity with BIM/Revit (or willingness to learn).
• Design of LV/ELV systems, AC/DC systems, UPS, and Security Systems (CCTV, Access Control, Perimeter Security).
• Preparation of technical schedules and design documentation.

Desirable Experience

• Revit BIM experience.
• Hazardous Area Design (ATEX, IECEx, DSEAR).
• Prior UK Transmission Security Design experience (GT or ET).
• Hands-on EC&I installation background.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition (2382) & Level 4 Design and Verification (2396).
• Minimum HNC (preferably BEng) in Electrical Engineering.
• IEng/CEng (or working towards).
• National Grid Person (Substation) and EUSR SHEA Gas certifications.

Personal Qualities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal).
• High attention to technical and design detail.
• Adaptable, professional, and safety-conscious.
• Motivated team player with leadership and mentoring capability.

Join Us
Be part of a team that delivers secure, sustainable, and technically robust electrical and security design solutions for critical UK infrastructure.