Lead Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services) in Gateshead

Job DescriptionLead Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services) As Lead Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering detailed electrical designs and fully coordinated construction information across a wide range of projects within the MEP design team. This is a diverse and hands-on role, ensuring all design outputs provide M&E Contractors with the appropriate level of detail to support efficient and effective on-site delivery. In this role, you will be responsible to the Head of MEP Design and will represent the design team in client-facing environments, including design workshops, progress meetings and technical reviews. You will play a key role in providing technical expertise and contributing to successful project delivery across the wider business. You will be responsible for producing high-quality design documentation, including drawings, specifications and calculation packages using industry-standard software. Working closely with the BIM Manager, you will ensure clear and accurate drawing mark-ups to support coordinated digital delivery. As a Lead Engineer, you will also support and mentor junior and intermediate engineers, managing workflows and ensuring all project deliverables are completed on time and to a consistently high standard. Essential Skills: • Degree-qualified in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience) • Minimum 3+ years’ experience in electrical design, with a proven track record of owning and delivering design packages • Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical deliverables, including drawings, specifications, schedules and schematics • Proficient in industry-standard design tools for lighting and electrical calculations (e.g. Amtech, Dialux, Relux or equivalent) • Strong working knowledge of relevant British Standards and statutory compliance requirements • Experience coordinating designs within multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, structural and architectural) • Confident in reviewing and interpreting technical information to ensure accuracy, compliance and buildability • Experience working within BIM environments, with the ability to provide clear and coordinated drawing mark-ups