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# Design Engineer-Remote

- **Company:** AWC STAFF SERVICES LTD
- **Location:** Birmingham, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £60,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Autodesk Revit
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=33e6869304219f96

## About the Role

* Amtech or ElectricalOM design software.
 * AutoCAD 2D and familiarity with BIM/Revit (or willingness to learn).
 * Design of LV/ELV systems, AC/DC systems, UPS, and Security Systems (CCTV, Access Control, Perimeter Security).
 * Preparation of technical schedules and design documentation.

Desirable Experience

 * Revit BIM experience.
 * Hazardous Area Design (ATEX, IECEx, DSEAR).
 * Prior UK Transmission Security Design experience (GT or ET).
 * Hands-on EC&I installation background., * 18th Edition (2382) & Level 4 Design and Verification (2396).
 * Minimum HNC (preferably BEng) in Electrical Engineering.
 * IEng/CEng (or working towards).
 * National Grid Person (Substation) and EUSR SHEA Gas certifications.

Personal Qualities

 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent communication (written and verbal).
 * High attention to technical and design detail.
 * Adaptable, professional, and safety-conscious.
 * Motivated team player with leadership and mentoring capability.

## Description

Our client are seeking an experienced Design Engineer (Security Systems) to deliver end-to-end electrical and security design solutions across UK Electrical and Gas Transmission sites. You'll manage designs from concept through to commissioning and handover - ensuring full compliance with legislation, technical standards, and client specifications., * Conduct detailed site surveys for Transmission sites.

 * Develop concept and detailed design packages for both Electrical (LV & ELV) and Security Systems.
 * Prepare RFI/TQ documentation and manage Design Change Control processes.
 * Produce drawings, block diagrams, SLDs, schematics, and schedules in AutoCAD and Amtech.
 * Support HAZID/HAZCON/Design Assurance reviews, promoting hazard mitigation in design.
 * Collaborate closely with Design, Construction, and Project Management teams.
 * Mentor and support junior engineers.
 * Ensure full compliance with internal management systems, safety, quality, and environmental standards.


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