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IPS-Integrated Project Services

Lead Electrical Engineer

Birmingham
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Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated Lead Electrical Engineer to join our talented team at our office located in Birmingham, UK.

In this role, you will assist in planning, designing, and directing electrical engineering projects within the Design Department. Assignments contain specific tasks on project teams, and the Electrical Engineer is expected to use their education, creativity, and expertise to resolve the engineering problems and tasks as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Prepares design computations and quantity estimates and develops probable construction cost estimates for the smaller, less complex projects within the business unit (medium voltage power distribution, low voltage systems, fire alarm systems, backup power generation, electrical power distribution, life safety systems, etc.).
  • Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
  • Modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for projects.
  • Makes calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design, such as lighting calculations, power distribution calculations, equipment sizing, etc.
  • Creates specialized drawings such as electrical riser diagrams.
  • Selects equipment based on recommendations of the Project Designer/Engineer and fills out equipment schedules.
  • Provides drawings for own designs and produces sketches to incorporate in drawings by drafters.
  • Researches design options and documents findings for Project Designer/Engineer.
  • Keeps the Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services.
  • Provides information to the Project Manager for incorporation into specifications.
  • Researches code issues and asks general questions of code officials.
  • Maintains a neat and organized work area, which allows efficient access to information required by other team members.
  • Assures that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards.

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Qualifications & Requirements

  • 5+ years of previous engineering/design experience in the building design industry (for example: lighting systems, fire alarm systems, branch circuitry, etc.).
  • Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University.
  • Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD/Revit).
  • General knowledge of Electrical system design and applicable codes.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Registered professional engineer (PE).

Travel duration, if any, is based on project complexity and location. This position is a safety-sensitive position. The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

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Specialties

  • Process Architecture
  • Process Design
  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Commissioning
  • Qualification
  • LEAN Project Delivery
  • Strategic Master Planning
  • Energy Conservation Management
  • Project Controls
  • Program/Project Management
  • Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning
  • EPCMV and Staffing Services

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Attention Search Firms / Third-Party Recruiters: IPS is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities with IPS. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at IPS via email, the Internet, or directly to hiring managers at IPS in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for a specific position will be deemed the sole property of IPS, and no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by IPS as a result of the referral or through other means.

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Skills

Electrical Engineering
Design
AutoCAD
Revit
Lighting Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
Power Distribution
Construction Management
Project Management
Engineering Design
Problem Solving
Code Compliance
Cost Estimation
Team Collaboration
Technical Documentation
Equipment Selection

Location

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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