Electrical Design Engineer (North - UK)

Job description

Chronos Energy are looking for a driven Electrical Design Engineer with proven experience in LV and/or HV distribution systems to join our clients growing team in the energy services sector. If you thrive on delivering practical, buildable designs in live environments - this could be your next move.

The Role

You’ll play a key role in the end-to-end development and delivery of electrical designs, working across:

• Energy centres
• Transformers
• CHP systems
• Solar PV
• Standby generation
• Heat pumps
• DNO electricity distribution connections

From analysis and concept design through to installation, commissioning, and O&M, you’ll take ownership of projects that deliver real-world energy and carbon savings.

You’ll collaborate closely with mechanical and controls engineers, support energy audits with practical solutions, and ensure designs are safe, compliant, and deliverable within live operational environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing outline and detailed electrical designs
• Reviewing consultant and subcontractor specifications
• Managing client approvals and third-party compliance
• Liaising with District Network Operators (DNOs)
• Ensuring compliance with ENA Engineering Recommendations (P28, P29, G5, G99, G100)
• Leading technical discussions to resolve complex challenges
• Supporting sustainable, efficient systems of work
• Participating in site surveys, inspections, and stakeholder meetings
• Managing projects, people, and resources

What We’re Looking For

• BSc or BEng in Electrical Engineering
• 3–5+ years’ commercial experience, ideally within Energy/SME environments in live buildings
• Strong experience with LV/HV systems, transformers, CHP, solar PV, heat pumps, on-site generation & protection
• Knowledge of CIBSE, HTMs, HBNs, BS 7671, Building Regulations
• Experience working with ENA Engineering Recommendations

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

07-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English