Merrick & Company
Senior Electrical Building Services Engineer (Life Sciences & Laboratory Facilities)
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Overview
Merrick and Company is a nationally known multi-office and multi-discipline firm consisting of a diverse, dedicated, and talented staff which has achieved design excellence throughout its 70+ years of existence. With offices worldwide, Merrick and Company has been ranked as one of the top 100 design firms by Engineering News Record. Merrick provides personalized services to various clients throughout the world. We are seeking an experienced Senior Laboratory / Facility Electrical Engineer for our Life Sciences business unit.
Candidates that have a desire for personal and professional growth, a well-defined understanding of design and construction document processes, and adaptability for short-term and long-term projects in an environment that requires a blend of creativity and high technical skills. Successful candidates must be self-starting, motivated, innovative, articulate, self-disciplined, and confident in a demanding, exciting, and fast-paced environment. This position requires a competent professional engineer who will be responsible for all phases of engineering production and BIM for a variety of work ranging from programming through construction administration. This includes interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating the design and production effort for one or more large or complex projects.
What You'll Do
- Undertake the design of electrical building services for government, higher education, research, healthcare, and commercial facilities, including laboratories and life sciences facilities.
- Produce concept, developed, and detailed electrical designs for low-voltage (400/230 V) power distribution, high-voltage (11 kV) site distribution, standby power generation, earthing and lightning protection systems, lighting, structured cabling, telecommunications, fire detection and alarm systems, voice alarm/mass notification systems, security, access control, and other specialist building systems.
- Prepare supporting engineering documentation, including design calculations, technical reports, specifications, schedules, and design assessments.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of UK legislation, the Building Regulations, British Standards, CIBSE guidance, and industry codes of practice, including BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), BS 5839, BS 5266, BS 9999, BS EN 62305, Building Regulations Approved Documents, and other applicable BS EN, IEC, and ISO standards.
- Liaise with clients, end users, and project stakeholders to define, review, and validate project scope, technical requirements, and design objectives.
- Prepare engineering fee proposals, resource estimates, and technical submissions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to deliver coordinated engineering solutions that meet programme, quality, and budget requirements.
- Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, project teams, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
- Work effectively within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
- Produce accurate, high-quality engineering deliverables with exceptional attention to detail.
- Manage workload effectively to consistently achieve project milestones and delivery programmes.
- Undertake site surveys, inspections, commissioning support, and travel as required to facilitate project delivery.
- Prepare, review, and edit technical specifications in accordance with client and project requirements.
- Lead, supervise, and mentor junior engineers and technicians, allocate design responsibilities, undertake technical reviews, and support the management and development of the local engineering team.
- Work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound professional judgment.
- Operate within the organisation’s hybrid working arrangements, combining site-based and remote working in accordance with business and project requirements.
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Required Qualifications
- Minimum of twelve (12) years’ experience in the design of electrical building services for commercial, institutional, government, healthcare, life sciences, or laboratory facilities.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng), registered with the Engineering Council through an appropriate Professional Engineering Institution (e.g., IET or CIBSE), or demonstrably close to achieving Chartered status.
- Proficient in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and other BIM/CAD design software.
- Experience using electrical engineering analysis software, including ETAP, SKM Power*Tools, EasyPower, AGi32, and ElumTools, for power system studies, fault analysis, protection coordination, and lighting calculations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of UK legislation, Building Regulations, British Standards, and international engineering standards applicable to electrical building services, including BS 7671, BS 5839, BS 5266, BS 9999, BS EN 62305, CIBSE Guides, Building Regulations Approved Documents, and applicable BS EN, IEC, ISO, and IEEE standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality technical reports, specifications, and client presentations.
- Strong organisational, planning, and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Client projects for this position require British citizenship or an immigration status that permits the granting of UK security clearance.
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Desired Qualifications
- Experience delivering electrical engineering design for high-containment laboratories, research facilities, and life sciences projects for organisations such as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the Medical Research Council (MRC), NHS Trusts, universities, and other government or research organisations.
- Experience with international laboratory clients, including the USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), would be advantageous.
- BEng, BSc (Hons), or MEng in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience applying Health Technical Memoranda (HTM 06 series), HBN guidance, ACDP guidance, and other standards relevant to healthcare and laboratory environments.
- Experience of electrical design for containment laboratories (CL2, CL3, and CL4), pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or advanced manufacturing facilities.
Total Rewards & Employee Programs
- Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
- Robust Referral Program: Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
- Performance Reviews: Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
- Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
- Employee Recognition: Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
- Peer Mentor Program: Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
- And More: Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.
Additional Information
- Apply online only. No email, hard copy, or third-party resumes accepted.
- At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
- Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
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