Associate Electrical Engineer

About EDC

Established in 2003, EDC has grown steadily by focusing on high-quality engineering and innovation in a challenging sector. We specialize in pioneering low-energy, high-performance building designs with a strong commitment to sustainability. EDC maintains BIM Level 2 certification and operates from multiple offices across Ireland, the UK, and Turkey, with expanding activities in Africa.

Mission and Vision

Our mission is to deliver outstanding MEP and sustainability services that positively impact the environment and society. We aim to be recognized as leaders in sustainable MEP engineering across the UK and Ireland, emphasizing excellence, innovation, environmental responsibility, and professional development.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

The Associate Electrical Engineer will lead change initiatives and mentor the engineering team to ensure top-quality outputs. The role involves overseeing Electrical Design projects of varying sizes, leading and managing the full design process, and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams.

• Lead Electrical and Mechanical Engineering projects through all stages, ensuring adherence to program, quality standards, and overall outcomes.
• Conduct and supervise Electrical designs from concept to construction, ensuring technical excellence.
• Manage design workflows to meet project specifications, schedules, and standards.
• Provide leadership to project teams including senior and junior engineers, promoting accountability and performance.
• Organize and allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and resource deployment, making commercial and resource decisions where necessary.
• Serve as primary client liaison, managing technical discussions and fostering strong client relationships.
• Mentor junior engineers to support their development and enhance team capabilities.
• Maintain quality control over Electrical Engineering deliverables, standardizing technical excellence across projects.
• Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and efficient project execution.
• Champion the adoption of new technologies, systems, and procedures.
• Support BIM and modeling teams in generating coordinated 3D models and detailed drawings.
• Participate in and lead design meetings, workshops, and site visits as required.
• Travel as necessary to client and project locations representing EDC professionally.
• Promote and uphold EDC’s industry reputation and contribute to client relationship development and business growth activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple offices to meet project and business goals.
• Advance leadership, commercial, and strategic skills geared towards progression to Associate Director.
• Adhere to EDC’s Environmental Management System and associated sustainability practices.

Current work-from-home policy expects attendance at the office three days per week, with flexibility to balance personal and business needs.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 6 years of experience in Building Services Consultancy Design.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with thermal and energy dynamic modeling software is a plus.
• Familiarity with commercial sector projects and BIM is highly advantageous.
• Chartered Engineer status is desirable.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to deliver detailed Electrical designs throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Expertise in Electrical systems including Lighting & Emergency Lighting, Small Power and Data, Fire Alarms, CCTV & Intruder Alarms, MV/LV Power Distribution, Containment, and Building Management Systems.
• Strong understanding of building regulations (TGD parts B, F, G, L) applied effectively in design and project leadership.
• Proven multitasking and work prioritization skills across multiple projects.
• Capability to lead projects with accountability for performance, client satisfaction, profitability, and maintaining EDC’s reputation.
• Good comprehension of other building disciplines in the design and installation context.
• Leadership qualities and ability to work collaboratively within teams.
• Decision-making skills that are prompt and disciplined.
• High attention to detail and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Commercial acumen.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Paid overtime, time off in lieu, and flexible working hours.
• Annual performance management including salary review and performance bonuses.
• Annual wellbeing allowance.
• Company-matched pension scheme and death-in-service benefits.
• 28 days of annual leave plus an additional week after five years of service.
• Support for educational advancement and master's degree sponsorship.
• Chartership support and membership fees covered.
• Employee engagement events such as Engineering Excellence Weekends at various locations.
• Access to employee assistance programs and annual health assessments.
• Year-round flexible and remote work options including one month annual remote work from any location.
• Participation in the Bike to Work scheme.
• Recognition programs such as Employee of the Quarter and Year with financial rewards.

Hiring Process

The recruitment approach includes application review by experienced engineering managers, competency-based interviews designed to ensure a good fit and minimize bias, followed by timely offer communication and onboarding procedures. Recruitment agencies not on the preferred supplier list are not accepted and no fees are paid without prior written agreement.