ELV Engineer – Electrical Design Specialist

About the role

Black & White Engineering is looking for an ELV Engineer to design, develop and review electrical systems for complex projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with industry standards, client specifications and regulatory requirements while delivering high‑quality designs.

Key responsibilities

• Lead medium‑size projects from concept to delivery, acting as the primary client liaison.
• Develop and specify controls, instruments and operating systems for building engineering services.
• Survey, test and report on existing electrical and mechanical installations.
• Prepare technical calculations and ensure drawings meet robust industry and legal standards.
• Validate and check designs and specifications, ensuring accuracy for trainee and graduate engineers.
• Represent the company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in a multi‑disciplinary design consultancy, preferably with medium to large‑scale projects.
• Experience in data‑centre design is an advantage.
• Strong team player with experience mentoring junior or graduate engineers.

Required skills

• Design of LV power systems, lighting, fire detection and alarm (FDAS), earthing and lightning protection.
• ELV system design including security and telecom/data systems.
• Proficiency with design software such as Dialux, Amtech, ETAP, Navis and Bluebeam.
• Familiarity with British Standards for electrical design (preferred).