Electrical Engineer – Low Carbon M&E Solutions

About the role

The Electrical Engineer will provide technical expertise, design, maintenance oversight and compliance support for electrical systems across the Council's property portfolio, driving low‑carbon, cost‑effective M&E solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Assist, advise and design electrical engineering solutions for the Council’s managed estate.
• Support compliance with statutory obligations, best practice and low‑carbon initiatives.
• Produce feasibility studies, condition surveys, budget estimates and detailed specifications.
• Create and manage CAD drawings for electrical designs.
• Act as contract administrator, carrying out site inspections and reporting.
• Develop detailed reports, specifications and technical reviews.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary team members to ensure deliverables and value for money.
• Monitor contractual progress against client objectives and KPIs.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, including elected members and public sector partners.

Required profile

• Qualified Electrical Engineer with relevant experience in M&E projects.
• Experience working on public sector or council‑managed estates.
• Understanding of low‑carbon electrical system design and climate commitments.
• Ability to lead and support multidisciplinary technical teams.

Required skills

• Electrical design and engineering
• CAD drawing production
• Feasibility studies and condition surveys
• Contract administration and site inspection
• Compliance with statutory and best‑practice standards
• Low‑carbon electrical system implementation