Principal Electrical Engineer

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Description Our client is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their Manchester team. This senior role offers the chance to lead complex building services projects across commercial, residential, and mission-critical sectors. The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment, providing innovative and sustainable design solutions while developing strong client relationships and contributing to the growth of the practice. Experience The ideal candidate will be an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong track record of delivering high-quality designs on complex projects. You will bring consultancy experience in building services, ideally across commercial, residential, and mission-critical sectors, and be confident in managing client-facing responsibilities. A solid understanding of modern design processes, including BIM methodologies and software such as Revit, Electrical OM, Dialux, and Relux, is essential. You should also have proven experience mentoring junior engineers, supporting their technical and professional development, while demonstrating strong communication and organisational skills. Job Responsibilities Lead the delivery of electrical design services for multidisciplinary projects
Develop strategic concepts and ensure compliance with project briefs and regulatory standards
Act as a primary client contact, attending meetings and translating requirements into deliverables
Monitor fee expenditure, project resources, and outputs alongside senior leadership
Mentor and support junior engineers, apprentices, and graduates to foster team growth
Ensure the technical accuracy and quality of all electrical design work
Contribute to business development and maintain strong professional networks
Job Benefits Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
Up to 30 days annual leave plus hybrid/flexible working options
Private healthcare and wellbeing support programme
Professional development opportunities including chartership support
Lifestyle benefits such as electric vehicle schemes, community groups, and social events
Required Skills Electrical design, building services, BIM, Revit, Electrical OM, Dialux, Relux, consultancy experience, project leadership, client relationship management
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Location:
Manchester
Salary:
£90,000
Category:
Engineering

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