Graduate Electrical Design Engineer

Graduate Electrical Design Engineer Location: Hertfordshire, UK Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Structured Training The Company A specialist technical engineering consultancy based in Hertfordshire, delivering complex building services solutions across highly regulated and mission-critical environments. The business is recognised for its expertise in pharmaceutical and data centre projects, working with global clients to deliver high-performance, compliant, and resilient electrical infrastructure across the full project lifecycle — from concept design through to commissioning. Due to continued project wins and growth, they are now looking to appoint a Graduate Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding design team. Role Overview As a Graduate Electrical Design Engineer, you will support the design and delivery of electrical building services systems across technically challenging projects. You’ll gain exposure to mission-critical environments where reliability, compliance, and performance are paramount. You’ll work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, receiving structured mentoring and hands-on project involvement from day one. Key Responsibilities * Assist in the design of electrical building services systems including: * Power distribution * Lighting design * UPS & standby power systems * Earthing & lightning protection * Containment & cable routing * Produce electrical calculations and design documentation * Support the development of schematics, layouts, and technical drawings * Use design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Amtech/Dialux (training provided if needed) * Attend design meetings and collaborate with mechanical and project teams * Assist with site surveys and inspections * Ensure designs meet industry standards and client specifications * Support commissioning and handover phases where required Project Exposure You will gain experience working on: * Pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities * Cleanrooms & laboratory environments * Mission-critical data centres * High-spec technical engineering installations * Regulated and GMP-compliant facilities Candidate Requirements * Degree qualified in: * Electrical Engineering, or * Building Services Engineering (Electrical bias) * Strong academic background * Understanding of electrical design fundamentals Desirable (Not Essential) * Placement year or internship experience * Familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit * Knowledge of data centre or pharma environments * Understanding of UK building regulations and standards