About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Construction Design team as a Building Services Engineer Electrical. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical building services design, technical advice, and project support across a diverse property portfolio.
Working across new build, refurbishment, and compliance programmes, you will contribute to the design, specification, and delivery of electrical systems in a range of corporate, commercial, heritage, and community buildings.
Key Responsibilities
Design and specify electrical building services systems including:
- Power distribution
- Lighting (including energy-efficient solutions)
- Fire alarms and life safety systems
- Security and access control systems
Produce and review technical drawings, specifications, and reports
Provide professional electrical engineering advice to clients, project managers, and stakeholders
Support the delivery of capital and planned maintenance projects from inception through to completion
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards (e.g. IET Wiring Regulations, Building Regulations, CDM)
Undertake site inspections, surveys, and condition assessments
Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality, safety, and value for money
Contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction objectives, including low-energy design
About You
We are looking for a motivated and technically competent individual with a strong background in electrical building services.
Essential Requirements
Level 6 Qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
Experience in designing electrical services within buildings
Knowledge of relevant standards, including:
- IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
- Building Regulations
- Health & Safety legislation (including CDM)
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel across sites)
Desirable
Working towards or holding professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IET)
Experience within a local authority or public sector environment
Knowledge of sustainable design principles and energy efficiency
Familiarity with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit)
What We Offer
Flexible and agile working arrangements
Generous annual leave entitlement
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to professional development and training
Opportunities to work on varied and high-profile projects
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team delivering projects that make a real difference to communities across Barnsley. You will have the chance to grow professionally while contributing to sustainable, safe, and efficient buildings.
Closing date: 5th June 2026
If you feel you have the necessary skills and abilities to join our ambitious team as our Building Services Engineer Electrical, Click "apply" we’d be delighted to receive your application
Salary description
£42839.00 - £46142.00 per year