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Associate Electrical Engineer - Building Services

RGB Recruitment
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Location

Oxford, Oxfordshire OX4 2WA, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Associate – Electrical position in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced electrical design engineer ready to take on a leadership role.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in leading electrical design within the building services sector, along with strong project management and leadership skills.
  • The role offers a competitive salary, along with benefits such as an 8% employer pension contribution and flexible working hours.
  • Applicants are preferred to hold a degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline and should ideally be Chartered or working toward Chartership.
  • This position provides an opportunity to manage projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to business development in a dynamic engineering environment.
Associate – Electrical (Building Services)Location: OxfordshirePosted: 28 May 2025Reporting to: DirectorAre you an experienced electrical design engineer ready to step into a leadership role? We’re recruiting on behalf of a respected consultancy seeking a highly capable and motivated Associate – Electrical to join their Oxfordshire team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact — technically, strategically, and commercially — while leading the next generation of engineering talent.About the RoleThis is a key leadership position in a dynamic and growing building services engineering environment. As an Associate, you’ll be entrusted with managing projects from concept through to completion, with responsibility for quality, client relationships, budgets, and team performance.You’ll take charge of multiple projects, provide technical guidance, and ensure the successful delivery of innovative, sustainable, and commercially sound electrical design solutions. You’ll also play a significant role in business development, staff mentoring, and long-term planning.Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage electrical design projects, from feasibility to handover.
  • Take ownership of project finances, resource allocation, quality assurance, and timelines.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for clients, architects, surveyors, and other stakeholders.
  • Provide on-site support and technical guidance during construction and installation phases.
  • Supervise and mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
  • Contribute to business development, bid preparation, and client relationship management.
  • Support senior leadership in planning, strategic decisions, and delivery of business objectives.
  • Maintain high standards of quality, professionalism, and technical excellence.
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven experience in leading electrical design in the building services sector.
  • Strong technical capability with the ability to manage complex engineering challenges.
  • Excellent project management and leadership skills.
  • A commercial mindset with experience managing budgets and securing new work.
  • Ability to inspire, mentor, and develop team members.
  • Effective communicator with strong client-facing skills.
  • A degree in electrical engineering or related discipline and Chartered (or working toward Chartership) status is preferred.
Why Apply?This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to influence the future direction of a high-performing engineering team and work on challenging and rewarding projects. You'll be recognised as a leader, with the autonomy to shape your role and contribute to wider business goals.Package and Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • 8% employer pension contribution
  • 25 days holiday (plus the option to buy 5 additional days)
  • Private healthcare (optional)
  • Electric vehicle scheme via salary sacrifice
  • Flexible working hours
  • Death in service benefit
  • Professional membership subscriptions paid
  • Cycle to work scheme
Ready to take the next step in your career?Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity to lead, influence, and grow in a respected engineering environment.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.