Principal Electrical Engineer

LIFE AFTER SPORT; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bournemouth is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the technical delivery of complex electrical engineering designs. In this role, you will coordinate with various stakeholders and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in electrical building services and experience with modern delivery tools. A competitive salary range of £43,500 – £56,500 plus benefits is offered, including a travel allowance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in electrical building services across complex projects.
• Experience with modern digital tools for engineering solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of electrical engineering design.
• Develop early-stage strategies and feasibility assessments.
• Mentor apprentices and developing engineers.

Skills

Electrical engineering design

Client communication

Team leadership

BIM proficiency

Time management

Tools

Revit

BIM

Dialux

Relux

Electrical OM

Job description

Overview

This is a key opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join an established multidisciplinary building services team on the South Coast. You will play a leading role in delivering technically robust electrical engineering solutions across commercial, residential and mission-critical sectors. The Bournemouth office benefits from long-standing regional relationships and a strong project pipeline, offering a stable platform for technical leadership and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of electrical engineering design on complex, multidisciplinary projects
• Develop early-stage strategies, technical concepts and feasibility assessments
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure integrated engineering solutions
• Attend and lead client meetings, workshops and design reviews
• Oversee workload planning, fee awareness and resource allocation in collaboration with senior management
• Provide technical guidance, peer reviews and quality assurance across project outputs
• Mentor apprentices, graduates and developing engineers, supporting both technical and commercial growth

What You Need

• Strong track record delivering electrical building services across varied and complex projects
• Proficiency with modern digital delivery tools (Revit, BIM, Dialux, Relux, Electrical OM)
• Experience working closely with clients, design partners, contractors and project managers
• Ability to lead design teams, manage technical delivery and support project commercial performance
• Clear communication skills, with confidence in client-facing environments
• Commitment to collaborative working and high-quality engineering outcomes

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: £43,500 – £56,500 + £4,560 Travel Allowance + bens