Electrical Principal Engineer - DSEAR & Compliance (Remote)

Kier Group; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Principal Engineer (Electrical) to lead MEICA electrical safety assurance from a flexible location with nationwide travel. This senior role provides technical leadership, develops standards, and ensures compliance across Water Sector projects.

As the independent authority, you will drive risk-based assurance, review designs, and mentor electrical and assurance professionals to uphold safety, quality and regulatory adherence across our infrastructure portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Providing principal-level electrical and DSEAR assurance, compliance advice and constructive technical challenge on a prioritised, risk-based basis
• Developing and maintaining electrical and DSEAR standards, engineering guidance, Electrical Safety Rules and assurance tools
• Leading targeted assurance activities including audits, technical health checks and reviews of high-risk project outputs
• Reviewing and challenging electrical designs, hazardous area classifications, DSEAR Management Plans and verification evidence
• Chairing the Electrical Working Group and mentoring key electrical and assurance roles across the sector

Job description

Kier Group is seeking a Principal Engineer (Electrical) to lead MEICA electrical safety assurance from a flexible location with nationwide travel. This senior role provides technical leadership, develops standards, and ensures compliance across Water Sector projects.

As the independent authority, you will drive risk-based assurance, review designs, and mentor electrical and assurance professionals to uphold safety, quality and regulatory adherence across our infrastructure portfolio.