Associate Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Associate – Electrical (Building Services)

Overview:
An opportunity for an experienced Associate-level Electrical Engineer, or someone operating at Senior level ready to take a step up, to lead the delivery of building services projects from initial brief through to completion. This role combines hands-on technical leadership, team management, and client engagement, while supporting the strategic growth of a multidisciplinary consultancy.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee the Electrical discipline, ensuring high-quality delivery across projects. Collaboration with BIM and Sustainability teams is key to delivering integrated, efficient, and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Project Delivery

• Lead electrical design and delivery across multiple projects
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for electrical building services (power, lighting, etc.)
• Act as a key client contact, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction
• Oversee project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring profitability
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and codes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated solutions
• Contribute to business strategy and operational improvements
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practice

Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop engineers, technicians, and junior staff
• Support training, knowledge sharing, and professional development
• Conduct performance reviews and support career progression
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding aligned to business growth

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new opportunities within the built environment
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Prepare and contribute to fee proposals, bids, and presentations
• Represent the business at industry events and networking opportunities

Project Management

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, civil/structural, architectural, and sustainability
• Manage client communication throughout project lifecycles

Requirements

• Degree (Honours or Master ’s) in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Chartered status (CEng, MCIBSE, or equivalent) desirable
• Extensive experience within an engineering consultancy environment
• Proven track record delivering and leading complex projects
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services design and regulations
• Understanding of low-carbon and sustainable technologies (e.g. renewable energy systems, energy-efficient design)
• Familiarity with smart building systems and building automation
• Experience in business development and client relationship management
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in relevant design and analysis software

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable)
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
• Private GP access and second medical opinions
• Retail and lifestyle discounts scheme
• Family-friendly policies (enhanced maternity/paternity)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service awards
• Ongoing professional development and training support

Salary: up to 71k

Location: Edinburgh

Type: permanent

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