Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Position: Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Permanent)
Parkinson Gray Associates delivers a proven service to some of the leading Consulting Engineering and Contracting businesses within the British construction industry, predominantly across the Building Services, Energy and Sustainability sectors.

We're working with a well-established building services consultancy that’s continuing to grow its Electrical Design team in Manchester. Due to a sustained project pipeline, they’re looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Designer to lead complex, high-quality building services projects.

This is a pure design-focused role within a consultancy environment. You’ll be creating coordinated, well-considered electrical systems rather than contractor-side detailing or installation delivery. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, architects, and sustainability specialists, to deliver efficient, compliant, and sustainable electrical solutions.

Location:

Manchester (hybrid working available)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on the experience)
Sector:
Building Services / MEP Design Consultancy

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality electrical design solutions across a broad range of building services projects - from complex mixed-use developments and commercial buildings to large-scale sustainable infrastructure.

What you’ll do

* Lead the design and delivery of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communications

* Review, approve, and ensure accuracy of drawings, specifications, and technical calculations

* Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost analyses to guide project decisions

* Work closely with architects, mechanical engineers, and contractors to integrate systems seamlessly

* Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical growth and high-quality deliverables

* Oversee site inspections, testing, and commissioning to ensure systems operate safely and efficiently

* Identify opportunities for energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and sustainable design solutions

* Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively

* Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal teams and external stakeholders

Who we’re looking for

* Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it;
Incorporated Engineer (IEng) considered

* 5+ years’ experience in electrical design and project management within building services/MEP

* Proficient in electrical design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, ETAP, or similar

* Experience with BIM workflows and multidisciplinary project collaboration

* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

* Leadership experience with the ability to guide teams and influence project outcomes

Why this role stands out

* Work where sustainability and performance are genuinely at the heart of design thinking, not just a buzzword

* Be part of a practice that values close collaboration, innovation and system-level thinking across disciplines

* A supportive environment that encourages continuous development, chartership support and hybrid working flexibility

* Competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career progression

If you’re a building services Electrical Designer looking for a consultancy role where good design still matters, please apply now