Senior Electrical Engineer in Rogerstone

Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services Location: Newport (office + site attendance)Salary: 50,000- 60,000 (DOE) Overview A growing building services team is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to take a leading role in delivering technically robust electrical designs across a mix of commercial, education, healthcare and refurbishment projects. You'll join a compact, close-knit design group where your expertise will directly influence project outcomes and support a smooth transition from design through to installation. You'll be working as part of a three-person design function that includes a senior mechanical engineer and a graduate mechanical engineer, with collaborative support from in-house BIM/modelling staff and project managers. Key Responsibilities Review and develop consultant-provided designs (typically RIBA Stages 3-4). Carry out due-diligence tasks such as electrical calculations, load assessments, compliance checks and technical validation. Work closely with BIM technicians to ensure coordinated, clash-free, integrated MEP designs. Act as the primary electrical point of contact for project managers and site teams, addressing technical queries and design-related issues during construction. Attend site visits to support design handover, resolve technical questions, and maintain design integrity during installation. Produce high-quality electrical design documentation, reports, specifications and schedules. Ensure compliance with relevant UK standards, building regulations, safety requirements and industry best practice. Support internal continuous improvement, sharing knowledge with junior team members when needed. Required Experience & Skills 7-10 years of electrical engineering experience within building services, either in a consultancy or a design-focused contractor environment. Strong background in electrical systems design: power distribution, lighting, containment, LV systems, emergency systems and associated infrastructure. Confident producing and validating calculations, using design software and assessing third‑party designs. Strong coordination skills - comfortable working with BIM/M&E teams and understanding how electrical design interacts with mechanical and architectural disciplines. Clear, concise communication skills suitable for client, project‑manager and site interactions. Ability to work autonomously in a small team while managing changing project priorities. Familiarity with sustainable, efficient, and modern building‑services practices. Desirable Attributes Experience supporting projects from design to installation within a contractor or D&B environment. Knowledge of energy‑efficient systems or low‑carbon design principles. Chartership or working toward professional registration (e.g., CEng, IEng) is advantageous but not essential. Comfortable working across diverse project types and juggling multiple project stages. What's on Offer Competitive salary reflective of senior experience. The chance to step into a role with visible impact, working directly with project managers, BIM teams and site delivery teams. Exposure to delivery‑focused projects where designs are carried through to installation - offering a full project‑lifecycle experience. A supportive, close-knit design team with opportunities to take ownership and broaden your technical influence. If you'd like more information feel free to get in touch with Danny Brookes at Calibre Search Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business. #J-18808-Ljbffr