BSE|3D is a multi-disciplinary building services consultancy with a strong and growing reputation across some of the most technically demanding sectors in the built environment. With offices across six global locations and a portfolio that spans the UK and international markets. The team delivers award-winning engineering solutions recognised in particular for our expertise in the data centre sector.
Our project work is genuinely diverse spanning data centres, education, defence, aviation, healthcare, care homes and hotels. We have a particularly strong and growing pipeline of data centre work, including major projects in the Middle East, a region that represents one of the most significant growth areas in our sector over the coming years. If you want to work on complex, high-profile projects with real global reach, this is the right place to do it.
Our team brings together chartered engineers, low carbon consultants, ESOS assessors, energy performance specialists, and 3D modelling technicians. The team all working collaboratively to deliver designs that perform today and stand up to tomorrow's demands. Energy, sustainability and compliance sit at the heart of what we do.
The Role
BSE|3D is looking for a technically capable Electrical Engineer to join our Building Services team in Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise across a wide variety of projects and sectors. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll take ownership of electrical designs across all RIBA stages, contributing to projects from concept through to completion while continuing to broaden your technical knowledge and project experience.
At BSE|3D, we take career development seriously. You'll be supported through mentoring, CPD and professional development, with clear progression opportunities as your experience grows. Whether your ambition is to achieve Chartership, broaden your sector expertise or progress into a Senior Engineer role, we'll support you every step of the way.
What You'll Be Doing
Technical Delivery
- Delivering electrical design across RIBA Stages 1–7 on a diverse range of projects
- Producing electrical calculations including cable sizing, load schedules and power distribution using Trimble Amtech (or equivalent)
- Producing lighting calculations and designs using Dialux, Relux or similar software
- Producing and coordinating AutoCAD drawings and REVIT models
- Preparing specifications, design reports and technical documentation
- Designing power distribution, small power, containment, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarm and data systems
- Applying BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations and relevant British Standards throughout project delivery
- Collaborating with architects, structural engineers, mechanical engineers and the wider multidisciplinary design team
Project & Team Responsibilities
- Managing your own workload while supporting the successful delivery of multiple projects
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and technicians where appropriate
- Taking an active role in CPD and working towards professional membership or Chartership
- Contributing to technical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement across the team
- Undertaking any other duties reasonably required
What We Are Looking For
- HNC/HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering (Electrical), Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, with 4–6 years' Building Services experience
- A strong understanding of electrical building services design principles
- Experience designing power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarm and small power systems across a range of projects
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, with REVIT experience desirable
- Experience using electrical design and calculation software such as Trimble Amtech or equivalent
- Good understanding of BS 7671, IET Wiring Regulations and relevant British Standards
- Able to manage your own workload and contribute to the successful delivery of projects with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Working towards professional membership or Chartership with IET, CIBSE or an equivalent professional body
- Right to work in the UK and ideally a full UK driving licence
Benefits Health & Wellbeing
Optional access to a private healthcare scheme means you can get the support you need, when you need it.
Financial Security
A contributory company pension to help you plan confidently for the future.
Time Off
You'll start with 25 days' annual leave, and that grows the longer you're with us as BSE|3D wants to recognise loyalty, with long service annual leave bonus! Three days are set aside for the Christmas shutdown, so you can switch off properly at the end of the year.
Career Development
BSE|3D invests in your development from day one. You'll have access to an internal CPD scheme, external training sponsorship, and contributions towards your professional membership. We also run an annual company day and support apprenticeship and graduate pathways for those earlier in their journey.
Community Outreach
We encourage our people to give back to the communities and industries they care about. That means volunteering for charity work and STEM initiatives, plus opportunities to mentor the next generation of engineers through student work experience.
Culture & Social
Our social events are employee led and expect a team that genuinely enjoys spending time together. When you refer new team members, BSE|3D has an employee referral scheme bonus We value our agency relationships and work closely with a number of trusted partners. For this particular role, we are recruiting directly and kindly ask agencies not to make contact. To note we don’t offer sponsorship.
To apply, send your CV via Indeed. To note we can’t offer sponsorship.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
