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Electrical Engineer in Edinburgh

Senior Electrical EngineerEdinburgh | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsTake ownership. Lead projects. Shape the future.Are you an experienced Electrical Building Services Engineer looking for your next step within a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy?This is an opportunity to join a thriving Edinburgh-based team where you'll play a key role in delivering some of Scotland's most exciting building projects while mentoring the next of engineers. Working within a collaborative environment, you'll be involved in projects from initial concept through to completion, giving you genuine influence across the entire design process.With a strong pipeline of work across multiple sectors, this role offers the chance to lead projects, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of an established engineering team.The RoleAs a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take responsibility for the delivery of electrical building services designs across a diverse portfolio of projects. You'll act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, contractors and wider design teams while supporting and developing junior engineers.Your responsibilities will include:

Leading electrical building services projects from concept through to completion
Developing electrical design strategies and producing detailed design solutions
Managing project delivery, programme and quality standards
Coordinating and mentoring graduate, apprentice and assistant engineers
Attending client and design team meetings as the electrical lead
Producing calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation
Supporting project cost planning and commercial delivery
Undertaking site inspections, commissioning reviews and post-contract duties
Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical standardsWhat We're Looking For

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
Experience delivering electrical building services projects within a consultancy environment
Strong understanding of UK building regulations and industry standards
Previous experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
Client-facing experience with excellent communication skills
Proficiency in industry software including Revit, Amtech/Trimble, Dialux and AutoCAD
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
Ideally working towards Chartered Engineer status or already charteredWhy Apply?

Join a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy with an excellent reputation in the market
Work on projects across a broad range of sectors and sizes
Genuine involvement from concept design through construction and completion
Supportive and collaborative culture with clear career progression opportunities
Modern city-centre office environment
Ongoing professional development and support towards chartershipApply NowIf you're a Senior Electrical Engineer looking for a role that offers greater responsibility, project ownership and long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, contact Richard Greenwood at Hays Building Services or apply today.

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Electrical Engineer in Edinburgh

Edinburgh, UK
Full time

Published on 10/12/2026

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