Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer
Oxford
About Us
Important: the job title “Senior Associate” at Hoare Lea refers to a senior-level position (not an entry-level role); please check the role description for responsibility and seniority.
Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.
We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.
We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.
About The Role
We have an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment.
Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We draw on wide-ranging expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare.
It’s an exciting time to be part of our Oxford team: we’re focused on growth both in the UK and internationally. We combine the stability and opportunity of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is central to everything we do. We foster a collaborative working environment; support hybrid working and encourage offer the option of a 9 day fortnight.
Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that respond to the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs.
We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Associate who manages project delivery and client engagement, or a Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high performing local team.
In this key and varied role, you can expect to:
- Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings.