Principal Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Cardiff is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to drive electrical engineering on critical UK infrastructure projects. The role involves leading a team to ensure high-quality design, managing budgets, and adhering to quality standards. Ideal candidates will be Chartered Electrical Engineers with extensive knowledge of electrical design and proven leadership experience in delivery.

Benefits

Family-friendly policies

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Sound knowledge of electrical installations and systems.
• Familiar with current UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for technical design work.
• Prepare briefs and input into bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets for projects.

Skills

Electrical design (LV and HV systems)

Design delivery leadership

Knowledge of motor control centres/switchgear

HAZOP assessments

Proficiency in electrical design software

Education

Chartered Electrical Engineer

Tools

Trimble

Amtech

Job description

Overview

Shape the Future of our cities and environments. Principal Electrical Engineer sought to drive electrical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities on iconic projects at home and abroad. We specialise in electrical engineering across sectors including Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education, providing solutions through the project lifecycle and client-side support as well as during construction. This opportunity is based in our Cardiff office.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, achieving high-quality levels.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

What you can bring (Qualifications)

• Chartered Electrical Engineer.
• Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
• Sound knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres/switchgear, electrical installations and systems within industrial/process environments, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX installation practice, production of SLD/BCDs, earthing and bonding, and familiarity with current UK design standards, including industry-specific standards and working practices.
• Proficiency in designing with appropriate digital analysis packages, following local guidance. E.g. electrical design software such as Trimble/Amtech.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are proud to be ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies and a Times Top 50 employer for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, data, and new approaches to deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. As work becomes more complex, our employees challenge the status quo. We are committed to engineering better for people and the planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to social value through community housing. We support active employee networks and programmes for diverse groups, and communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will depend on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, it will be discussed at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not mention or include in your application any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community—a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive, and develop. To help embed this from day one, we offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.