Principal / Lead Electrical Engineer - Hydrogen FEED Project Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Contract Length: 12 months (initial) Rate: Circa £65/hour Outside IR35

We are seeking an experienced Principal or Lead Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team on a cutting-edge Hydrogen FEED project. This is a client-facing role, ideal for a technically strong and commercially aware professional who thrives in delivering high-quality work and leading complex projects.

Key Details:

Contract Role: Outside IR35

Duration: Initial 12 months, with strong potential for extension

Location: Hybrid - Manchester-based

About the Role:

As a Principal / Lead Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in leading the electrical discipline within a high-performing engineering team. This is a strategic opportunity to shape a high-profile hydrogen energy project at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership and discipline input on electrical engineering matters across FEED stages.

Lead and manage work allocation within the team, ensuring timely delivery against project schedules.

Deliver and oversee high-quality electrical design and documentation aligned with relevant codes, legislation, and client standards.

Prepare technical documents including:

Equipment specifications and material requisitions (e.g. HV/LV switchboards, transformers, UPS, VFDs, motors, pow...