Overview

Principal Electrical Engineer – multiple current openings in the UK across multiple offices. Lead as a Principal Electrical Engineer/Lead Design Engineer on one or more projects within energy/building services contexts, delivering high-quality engineering solutions to clients. Work spans from concept studies and FEED through to EPCm delivery on various projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor technical design teams delivering complex electrical engineering projects.
• Lead electrical design work across building services or infrastructure projects (LV/HV, motor control centres, switchgear, electrical installations) and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, specifications, and input into bid proposals.
• Manage time, budget, and project milestones; oversee contract administration, on-site supervision, and commissioning where applicable.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with design standards; lead and coordinate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Undertake feasibility studies, surveys, and production of SLD/BCD; ensure proper earthing and bonding, and compliance with HAZOP, DSEAR/ATEX where relevant.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; contribute to bids, proposals, and tender documentation.
• Support business development and client relationship management; participate in client-facing activities as required.

What we are looking for

• Chartered Electrical Engineer (or working towards chartership).
• Strong experience in building services or infrastructure electrical design (LV/HV), with knowledge of control gear, installations, and industrial/process environments.
• Experience leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design; proficient with electrical design software (e.g., Trimble, Amtech) and UK design standards.
• Strong knowledge of DSEAR/ATEX installation practices, LSH/SLD/BCD production, earthing and bonding; familiarity with UK standards and industry practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project-delivery skills; ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in design tools and software; ability to work across sectors (water, energy, aviation, defence, and built environment).

What’s on offer

• Permanent roles with leading engineering consultancies; opportunities to work on high-profile projects across sectors (water, energy, infrastructure, aviation, defence, etc.).
• Career progression, leadership opportunities, and involvement in net-zero and sustainability-focused projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits; potential for flexible/remote working arrangements depending on client and location.

Location and Other Details

Opportunities in various UK offices (e.g., Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Surrey, Derby, Belfast, Glasgow, Leeds, Oxfordshire, and other locations may be considered). Some postings indicate eligibility to work in the UK is required. Some postings mention no region-specific restrictions; verify current role eligibility during application.

Note: This description consolidates multiple postings and may include role variations by location. Always refer to the specific vacancy for exact duties and requirements.