Electrical Design Engineer

Ark Mechanical & Electrical Services was created in line with the JRL Group’s philosophy of ‘owning the solution’. With MEP vital to the success of every project, the Group identified that dividing the package had the potential to adversely affect the critical path. Taking control of this, Ark M&E provides a complete mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) solution for large complex residential projects.

We require an Electrical Design Engineer to join our Technical team at our head office in Borehamwood.

Role & Responsibilities:

Defining the installation requirements of electrical systems and components

Responsible for undertaking electrical services design including lighting, small power, fire alarms, CCTV and security system

Preparation and configuration of standard and custom wiring drawings

Performing electrical load analysis

The selection and application of materials and processes appropriate to each design element

Supporting Mechanical Design Engineers within the group with guidance on electrical issues

Supporting problem solving during manufacturing build process and through aftermarket queries

HV/ LV designing

Producing lighting and cable calculations using Amtech and Dialux

Coordinate with the 2D and 3D CAD and Revit MEP teams to create models

Perform the role of Electrical Design Lead at internal and external design review meetings.

Supervising and mentoring an electrical design team to ensure the quality of the design output and achievement of deadlines throughout the project.

Evaluating technical requirements and providing viable solutions

Requirements:

Demonstrable experience and knowledge/qualifications in Electrical Building Services Engineering design

Autodesk CAD and Microsoft Office packages

Experience of site works including mechanical condition surveys and snagging/inspection during construction works, experience of commissioning witnessing

Experience in specification writing (NBS or NES type) would be beneficial

Experience in thermal modelling/EPC assessment would be beneficial

Experience of sustainable design solutions

Knowledge and application of Building Regulations (Part L, Part F etc.) and appropriate British Standards (heating, natural gas, pipework systems etc.)

Knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work/BSRIA Building Services Design Framework process

Ability to manage workload of multiple projects and prioritise workload

Working as part of a team or autonomously

Writing and verbal communications

Analysing and problem solving

Membership of professional engineering institution (CIBSE/IMechE/IET) – preferred but not essential. We will support candidates looking to progress to CEng/IEng or EngTech level