Ryan Doak
Ballymoney,United Kingdom
Summary
Electrical Building Services Engineer with 10+ years' experience delivering multidisciplinary projects across education, healthcare, residential, commercial, private and leisure sectors. Experienced in LV electrical design and coordination including lighting, small power, fire alarm, security and distribution systems across RIBA Stages 1–7. Proficient in Amtech, Dialux, Revit and AutoCAD, producing compliant calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports in line with UK standards and client requirements.
Strong multidisciplinary coordinator, working with mechanical, architectural and fire teams to deliver fully integrated, energy-efficient designs aligned with NZEB and BREEAM principles. Confident attending project meetings and site inspections, reviewing contractor submittals and maintaining design intent through construction and handover stages. Detail-focused engineer committed to technical quality, coordination and continuous professional development within a consultancy environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer
Troup Bywaters & Anders
Belfast, Antrim
2021.02 - Current
- Delivered electrical building services designs across education, residential, commercial, private and healthcare sectors.
- Contributed to projects across all RIBA stages (1-7), from concept design through to construction, commissioning and handover.
- Produced full electrical designs including LV distribution, containment, small power, lighting, fire alarm, security and external services.
- Undertook detailed design calculations and drawings using Amtech, Dialux, AutoCAD and Revit in line with British Standards and client requirements.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, architectural and fire engineers to deliver fully integrated and clash-free designs.
- Attended site meetings, carried out inspections and reviewed contractor submittals to ensure compliance with design intent and specifications.
- Assisted in the preparation of technical reports, specifications and tender documentation to support project delivery and decision-making.
- Supported senior engineers and mentored junior staff while contributing to continuous improvement of design quality and processes.
Junior Electrical Design Manager
Dowds Group
Ballymoney, Antrim
2019.01 - 2021.02
- Supported delivery of Design & Build M&E projects across healthcare, education, leisure and commercial sectors.
- Contributed across RIBA Stages 2-5, from tender stage through to technical design, coordination and handover.
- Reviewed Employer's Requirements, drawings and specifications to ensure compliance, coordination and alignment with British Standards.
- Coordinated external M&E consultants, monitoring design development, quality of deliverables and impact on cost and programme.
- Undertook technical reviews of electrical designs including Amtech cable calculations and Dialux lighting designs.
- Delivered value engineering of electrical systems.
- Supported estimating and commercial teams during tender and delivery stages to ensure accurate scope and cost control.
- Managed document control and information flow across multidisciplinary design teams using common data environments.
Junior Electrical Contracts Manager
JBE Mechanical. Electrical Ltd
Ballymena, Antrim
2015.06 - 2019.01
- Gained multi-disciplinary experience across BIM/CAD, estimating, QS, site and contracts management functions.
- Managed electrical drawing production from tender through to construction and as-installed stages including document control.
- Undertook electrical take-offs and reviewed Employer's Requirements to support accurate tender pricing and procurement.
- Coordinated subcontractor packages including fire alarm, CCTV, access control, lighting and LV distribution systems.
- Supported commercial management including cost tracking, comparisons, valuations and final account preparation.
- Assisted site delivery teams by monitoring progress, reporting milestones and coordinating subcontractor activities.
- Ensured health & safety compliance including RAMS reviews, toolbox talks, inspections and site reporting.
- Supported commissioning and handover including O&M manuals, testing records and as-built documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Engineering
The Open University
Milton Keynes 2023.10 - 2025.10
Foundation Degree in Engineering - Engineering
University of Ulster
2014.09 - 2017.07
Skills
- Electrical building services design across RIBA Stages 1–7
- Proficient in Amtech, Dialux, Revit and AutoCAD for coordinated and compliant design delivery
- Strong knowledge of UK electrical standards and regulations
- Experienced in multidisciplinary coordination with mechanical, architectural and fire engineering teams
- Able to produce detailed calculations, specifications and technical reports for project delivery
- Experience with renewable integration supporting NZEB and BREEAM targets
- Site experience including inspections, design verification and contractor submittal reviews
- Commercial awareness including cost input, value engineering and support for tender and procurement stages
Affiliations
- Football, Rugby, Gym and Dog Walking
Certification
IET Wiring Regulations 18th edition
Accomplishments
Recently achieved MIET (Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology) status, demonstrating professional recognition and commitment to ongoing development within the electrical engineering profession. Actively progressing towards Chartered Engineer status through CIBSE, with a planned submission within the next 18 months. Committed to continuous professional development and strengthening technical expertise in electrical building services design.
Timeline
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Engineering
The Open University
2023.10 - 2025.10
Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer
Troup Bywaters & Anders
2021.02 - Current
Junior Electrical Design Manager
Dowds Group
2019.01 - 2021.02
Junior Electrical Contracts Manager
JBE Mechanical. Electrical Ltd
2015.06 - 2019.01
Foundation Degree in Engineering - Engineering
University of Ulster
2014.09 - 2017.07