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Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer (Building Services)

๐Ÿ“ Glasgow, United Kingdom

Construction Sweco

Job Description

Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer (Building Services) We are looking for a talented and motivated Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer (Building Services) to join our Energy and Special Interest Projects team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. Other locations across the UK will also be considered for the right candidate. What does the role involve? Lead and support delivery of a wide variety of small and large schemes across RIBA Work Stages 2-7, including energy infrastructure, commercial, industrial, leisure and remote projects. Undertake detail design and specification of LV electrical installations and distribution systems, including switchgear, transformers, cabling, control equipment and building services. Prepare feasibility, concept design and implementation studies. Produce design documentation, specifications, models, drawings, calculations and ensure technical accuracy within agreed timescales and budgets. Develop relationships with clients and key suppliers. Attend design and site meetings, manage workload. Mentor other engineers, reviewing and assuring their work. Engage in workโ€‘winning and business development. Perform job manager responsibilities. Collaborate with delivery teams and Project Managers to ensure successful project delivery. To be successful in this role youโ€™ll possess A degree in Building Services Engineering or a related degree/masters. A professional qualification with CIBSE or IET (or progress towards one). Strong knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, Clash Detection, Dialux and Amtech. Demonstrable experience in a similar role with strong project management skills. The ability to manage a variety of projects meeting varying deadlines. Strong problemโ€‘solving skills to collaborate with clients, architects and contractors. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A good understanding of Information Management standards, including ISOโ€ฏ19650. Experience in HV design would be advantageous. Upโ€‘toโ€‘date knowledge of the UK construction market, UK and Scottish Building Regulations and relevant British Standards. Whatโ€™s in it for you? Working at Sweco youโ€™ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop. A meaningful job where youโ€™ll help transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients. About Us Transforming society together, we plan and design sustainable communities and cities of the future. We bring together experts to develop solutions that address urbanisation, digitalisation and sustainability. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture that respects all contributions. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We are a Disability Confident committed employer and support reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Job Details

Posted Date: January 7, 2026
Job Type: Construction
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Company: Sweco

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