Graduate Electrical Engineer
- Birmingham
- £28,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Kick-start your career in building services design with a forward-thinking consultancy delivering landmark projects across multiple sectors. This is an opportunity to learn from experienced engineers, develop technical expertise, and grow into a highly capable, well-rounded electrical engineer.About the Company You'll join a dynamic MEP consultancy based in Birmingham, specialising in practical, low-carbon design solutions across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and heritage sectors. They are renowned for:
- Delivering innovative, pragmatic solutions that balance sustainability with cost-effectiveness.
- Upholding core values of integrity, honesty, and trust in all client and team interactions.
- Fostering a culture where learning, mentorship, and professional growth are actively encouraged.
- Support senior engineers throughout all stages of project delivery-from pre-planning and concept design to detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
- Develop and refine electrical design elements including:
- HV/LV distribution systems
- Power generation and life-safety systems
- General, emergency, and external lighting
- IT/data infrastructure
- Access, security, fire-alarm, and lightning protection systems
- Contribute to low-carbon and sustainable design initiatives, energy consultancy, and pre-design analysis.
- Participate in site activities such as reviewing contractor submissions, witnessing tests, commissioning, snagging, and as-built documentation.
- Apply BIM Level 2 methodologies and CAD tools to coordinate MEP systems, detect clashes, and produce 3D modelling deliverables.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects in alignment with RIBA stages 0-7.
- A recent graduate or early-career engineer with a degree in Electrical, Building Services, or a related discipline.
- Curious, proactive, and committed to continuous learning.
- Passionate about sustainable, low-carbon design and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
- Strong problem-solver who can translate theory into practical applications.
- Effective communicator and team player, capable of thriving in dynamic environments.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM processes is desirable.
- Mentorship from Chartered engineers with decades of industry experience.
- Exposure to a broad range of sectors: Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Residential, Heritage, Life Sciences, Defence, and more.
- Hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle-concept to completion.
- Opportunity to contribute to low-carbon and sustainable engineering projects.
- Support to achieve professional development goals, including progression toward Chartered Engineer status.
- Be part of a values-driven, collaborative team where your contributions directly impact project outcomes.
- Gain early responsibility and real-world experience on exciting and high-profile projects.
- Work in a culture that rewards curiosity, innovation, and personal excellence.
- Build a career where both your personal growth and the success of the business are valued.