Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer
New Yesterday
Location: Worcester, UK
Reporting To: MEP Technical Director
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to lead our electrical design team within a multidisciplinary building services environment. This is a hands-on, senior role with responsibility for delivering high-performance, innovative electrical design solutions across complex projects from inception through to construction and handover. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, leadership skills, and commercial awareness, working closely with project teams, clients, and contractors.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Project Delivery
- Lead electrical design teams in delivering building services solutions across a range of project types and sectors.
- Take responsibility for electrical design from feasibility and concept through detailed design, tender, and construction stages, including BIM coordination.
- Act as lead designer for electrical systems where applicable, ensuring designs meet project briefs, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.
- Prepare and review detailed design outputs, specifications, schedules, calculations, and BIM models.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.
- Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Manage and coordinate project teams, setting clear priorities and timelines.
- Allocate resources effectively and monitor progress against budgets.
- Support the professional development of colleagues through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.
- Promote a collaborative, creative, and innovative team culture.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, positioning the company as a trusted partner for MEP solutions.
- Contribute to bid preparation, fee negotiation, and project proposals.
- Identify new business opportunities and support strategic growth initiatives.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies, sustainable design practices, and industry regulations.
- Participate in CPD, seminars, and professional networks to maintain technical excellence.
- Disseminate new knowledge within the team to drive continuous improvement.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with MCIBSE or MIET membership.
- 6+ years’ post-qualification experience in electrical building services design.
- Proven track record in leading projects through RIBA Stages 5–6, including site installation and commissioning.
- Strong technical knowledge of sustainable building services, low-carbon design, and passive design strategies.
- Experience delivering projects in Revit/BIM environments; proficiency with analysis software (e.g., Dialux, Relux, Navisworks) desirable.
- Hands-on experience managing project teams and mentoring junior engineers.
- Commercial awareness, including budget management and client liaison.
- Experience in healthcare or BREEAM-rated projects.
- Experience with modular MEP design or DfMA/off-site construction.
- Knowledge of dynamic thermal modelling and energy simulation tools.
- Confident in business development, key account management, and client-facing roles.
- Strong communicator with an ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Creative problem solver with a proactive, collaborative approach.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work to tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to inspire teams.
- Flexible and adaptable, with occasional UK travel required.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to take ownership of complex projects, influence team culture, and contribute to innovative building services solutions. You will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and leadership development.
- Location:
- Birmingham
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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