Electrical Engineer

Company: HAYS
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Location: Edinburgh
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Job Description

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Senior Electrical EngineerEdinburgh | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsTake ownership. Lead projects. Shape the future.Are you an experienced Electrical Building Services Engineer looking for your next step within a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy?This is an opportunity to join a thriving Edinburgh-based team where you'll play a key role in delivering some of Scotland's most exciting building projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Working within a collaborative environment, you'll be involved in projects from initial concept through to completion, giving you genuine influence across the entire design process.With a strong pipeline of work across multiple sectors, this role offers the chance to lead projects, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of an established engineering team.The RoleAs a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take responsibility for the delivery of electrical building services designs across a diverse portfolio of projects. You'll act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, contractors and wider design teams while supporting and developing junior engineers.Your responsibilities will include:

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  • Leading electrical building services projects from concept through to completion
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  • Developing electrical design strategies and producing detailed design solutions
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  • Managing project delivery, programme and quality standards
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  • Coordinating and mentoring graduate, apprentice and assistant engineers
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  • Attending client and design team meetings as the electrical lead
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  • Producing calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation
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  • Supporting project cost planning and commercial delivery
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  • Undertaking site inspections, commissioning reviews and post-contract duties
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  • Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards
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What We're Looking For

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  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
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  • Experience delivering electrical building services projects within a consultancy environment
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  • Strong understanding of UK building regulations and industry standards
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  • Previous experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
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  • Client-facing experience with excellent communication skills
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  • Proficiency in industry software including Revit, Amtech/Trimble, Dialux and AutoCAD
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  • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
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  • Ideally working towards Chartered Engineer status or already chartered
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Why Apply?

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  • Join a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy with an excellent reputation in the market
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  • Work on projects across a broad range of sectors and sizes
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  • Genuine involvement from concept design through construction and completion
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  • Supportive and collaborative culture with clear career progression opportunities
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  • Modern city-centre office environment
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  • Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership
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Apply NowIf you're a Senior Electrical Engineer looking for a role that offers greater responsibility, project ownership and long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, contact Richard Greenwood at Hays Building Services or apply today.

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Posted: October 20th, 2026