Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Options Resourcing Ltd; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy in Greater Manchester is seeking a Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer to lead innovative building services designs. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering, experience with multiple project stages, and excellent communication skills. This role offers hybrid working options and a clear pathway for career progression within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering degree required.
• Chartered status or working towards it is beneficial.
• Experience in building services electrical design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical building services systems.
• Deliver technical solutions from concept to support.
• Manage projects, budgets, and client expectations.
• Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical building services design

Project management

Client engagement

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Working towards Chartered status

Tools

Amtech

Dialux / Relux

Revit

Job description

Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer Building Services

Manchester / hybrid

Discipline : Building Services Engineering

Type : Permanent, Full-time

Are you an experienced electrical engineer looking to take the next step in your career, contributing to some of the most exciting and sustainable projects in the UK and beyond? We’re looking for passionate, technically driven engineers to join our national Building Services team.

About the Role

As a Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering innovative, efficient, and sustainable building services designs across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, transport, commercial, defence, and critical infrastructure.

You’ll work collaboratively with architects, structural engineers, and project managers, using your technical expertise to shape the built environment and help deliver low‑carbon, future‑ready design solutions.

Depending on your level, you’ll lead elements of design delivery, coordinate multi‑disciplinary input, mentor junior team members, and contribute to project and client management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and specification of electrical building services systems
• Deliver technical solutions from concept through to detailed design and construction support
• Provide input into sustainability and net zero carbon strategies
• Manage projects, budgets, and client expectations where appropriate
• Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting a culture of technical excellence
• Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements, technical standards, and client objectives
• Collaborate effectively within multi disciplinary design teams

About You

You're a technically strong engineer with a passion for problem‑solving and innovation. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy finding smarter, more sustainable ways to make buildings work better for people and the planet.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered, or working towards Chartered status (IET or CIBSE)
• Proven experience in building services electrical design across multiple project stages
• Working knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and design tools (Amtech, Dialux / Relux, Revit, etc.)
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and colleagues

Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking consultancy known for technical excellence, collaborative culture, and a genuine commitment to sustainability and innovation.

We offer :

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Clear pathways for career progression

Support for professional development and Chartership

Opportunities to work on landmark, multidisciplinary projects across the UK and internationally

If you're ready to make an impact, shape the future of sustainable design, and grow within a supportive engineering community, I'd love to hear from you