Electrical Design Engineer (Net Zero)

Salary: Grade 7 (£36,333 - £43,155 p.a. depending on experience)

This role will be based on the university campus. We will consider flexible working arrangements. 

The University of Leeds has committed to reach net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030. This will involve significant capital expenditure in the coming years to deliver targeted building refurbishment, deployment of low/zero carbon technologies and the electrification of heat across the estate. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Electrical Services Design Engineer to join our team to be integral in delivering our Net Zero commitment.

You will be involved in the innovative design and management of a range of low/zero carbon initiatives for electrical building services projects. You will have a record of delivering technical projects from scheme inception to completion on site, including project management and contract administration of engineering works.

Working within a project team, or independently, you will use your own initiative and experience to manage complex issues and resolve queries

You will have a degree in Building Services Engineering or equivalent in a relevant subject and membership of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme – the University contributes 21.6% of salary
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Michael Rigby, Head of Engineering

Email: M.J.Rigby@leeds.ac.uk

Location: Leeds - Main Campus

Faculty/Service: Facilities Directorate

School/Institute: Estates

Category: Professional & Managerial

Grade: Grade 7

Salary: £36,333 to £43,155 p.a.

Post Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Ongoing

Release Date: Wednesday 29 March 2023

Closing Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: FDEST1291

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