Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer (Building Services)

Are you an experienced Electrical or Mechanical Engineer looking to take your career to the next level? Peter Deer & Associates, part of Ayrton Group a leading consultancy in building services engineering, is searching for talented professionals to join our growing team. With exciting projects across the UK, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will help shape innovative solutions in the building services industry.

Peter Deer & Associates, part of Ayrton Group,has earned a reputation for delivering cutting-edge, high-quality engineering designs across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. Our approach prioritizes sustainability and innovation, ensuring our clients receive best-in class solutions that exceed industry standards. With recent expansion into a brand new, state of the art office in North London, we are fostering a creative and collaborative atmosphere that pushes the boundaries of engineering design. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on leading the industry with progressive practices and unmatched expertise, all while supporting the career progression of our talented team.

We are looking for a proactive Electrical Engineer with over 3 years of experience in the building services industry to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to manage projects from conception through to completion. You will be responsible for designing electrical systems, conducting site surveys, and liaising with clients to ensure that project requirements are met on time and within budget.

Job Title

Electrical Engineer - Building Services M&E Consultant

Location

London, UK

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Design: Develop electrical layouts for commercial and residential buildings, covering power distribution, lighting & Lighting Control systems, and Life Safety systems.
• Site Surveys: Conduct independent site surveys to assess existing systems, gather technical data, and create detailed reports and schematics with actionable recommendations. Experience in design of lighting, CCTV, telecoms, and fire alarm systems.
• Client Liaison: Ability to confidently present design proposals and reports to clients, explaining technical aspects in clear, non technical terms as well as ability to liaise with developers, architects, contractors, and designers.
• Technical Drawings: Use AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software to create accurate schematic and layout drawings of different stages of Plan of Work.
• Project Management: Work closely with project managers, senior engineers, and other team members to ensure timely project delivery, adhering to all safety and regulatory standards.
• Compliance: Ensure designs meet UK regulations and other industry standards and guidelines such as LET Wiring Regulations, CIBSE guidelines and BSRIA guides.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Ideally to Master level.
• Minimum 3 5 years of experience in building services electrical design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Trimble, Dialux or Relux, and design software relevant to electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical designs and reports to clients and stakeholders.
• Relevant industry certifications or membership with professional bodies such as CIBSE or IET (or working towards it).

Key Skills

• Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective client facing communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

If you have over 3 years of experience in the building services industry and a passion for delivering high quality designs, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the position, please send an email to a.co.uk with your CV and portfolio attached (including examples of projects you've designed or contributed to). Ensure your documents are in PDF (.pdf) or Word (.doc, .docx) format. In the email subject line, include "Job Application" or specify the exact position you are applying for.