Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Job Location: Edinburgh

Job Type: Permanent

Annual Salary: Up to £55,000 + Package

Client Overview

Our client is an award‑winning, multi‑disciplinary building services consultancy known for delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and complex refurbishment projects. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative, people‑focused culture, they provide graduates with the perfect environment to learn, grow, and develop into well‑rounded building services professionals.

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join a dynamic Building Services team. Some of your responsibilities will involve:

• Leading the electrical design for power, lighting, fire alarm, security, and data systems.
• Producing drawings, calculations, and technical specifications.
• Liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams as required to meet project demands.
• Supporting project delivery from feasibility to handover, including conducting site inspections.
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the wider team development.
• Promoting sustainable, energy-efficient design solutions.

This role offers genuine opportunities for progression, increased project ownership, and involvement in sustainable technology integration.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A degree in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical design within building services,
• Experience in team leadership/management and project leadership in a consultancy environment.
• Proficiency with industry standard software: AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux, Amtech, etc.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations and IET/BS standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.

Benefits

• Salary up to £55,000 per annum
• 5% Pension contribution.
• 33 days annual leave
• Home & Tech Scheme
• EV Car Scheme
• Simply Health Cash Plan
• 1 day per year off for charitable works
• Option to work away from your office 1 week of the year in another location in UK or Europe
• Professional development and training opportunities

Next Steps

If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV or reach out to Lusona Consultancy for a confidential conversation.

If this role isn’t quite the right fit but you’re exploring new opportunities, we would be happy to assist you in finding the perfect match.