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Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide. We have an exciting new opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer interested in decarbonisation projects to join our Carbon Shift business unit.

Our Carbon Shift consulting business is focussed on the delivery of realisable climate action and net zero plans and is supported by delivery capability in heat decarbonisation, regeneration, Facilities Management, Project delivery, EV’s, smart buildings and renewables. Carbon Shift has developed a strong expertise and client base around net zero and energy transition and is now moving expand this offer into offering solutions to the broader climate adaptation and resilience challenge.

Key activities

The Electrical Design Engineer will support the development of renewable heat and power projects. This role will focus on the engineering and design development of commercial / utility-scale renewable electricity and heat projects, working within a team of multidisciplinary engineers.

* To prepare electrical design solutions for retrofit decarbonisation projects, new-build energy centres and heat networks, taking a RIBA 1 brief to RIBA 4 technical design.

* To carry out electrical load assessments and size switchgear, distribution systems and equipment

* To carry out calculations using proprietary software, and understand various installation and reference methods used in calculations.

* To prepare design models, utilising proprietary design software, such as AutoCAD and REVIT

* To utilise application specific software, such as PVSyst and Dialux

* Prepare calculations and engineering analysis for the purpose of validating simulation models, confirming systems design requirements and performances

* Work within a multidisciplinary design team, collaborating with mechanical, structural / civil, architectural, energy and specialist designers to produce coordinated designs

* Prepare design / functional specifications and contribute to tender scopes

* Lead / contribute to Design Stage Reports and associated customer-facing documents

* Undertake Designer Risk Assessments to identify and minimise health, safety and environmental risks associated with designs prepared

* With support from colleagues, understand and comply with statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements applicable to design

* Preparation and processing of Distribution Network Operator applications

* Where applicable, work alongside BIM specialists to provide relevant modelling/design information

Skills, qualifications & experience

* An advanced level of understanding of low-voltage electrical systems design (general)

* Degree in Electrical Engineering

* Good knowledge of British Standards, design guides and the Building Regulations

* Good knowledge of BS:7671 and IET technical guidance notes.

* Is able to produce schematic layouts and single line diagrams for electrical systems from concept to detailed design (with assistance from senior engineers)

* Knowledge of lighting, small power / switchgear, data, fire alarm, security and access control systems in context to the role.

* Able to prepare draft specifications, stage reports, tender documentation

* Competent in standard industry design software, including AutoCAD and REVIT

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

* 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

* 5% bonus

* Private health

* Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary

* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers

* Gym membership discounts