Principal Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering business in Sheffield seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead complex projects across various sectors. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical or Control Engineering and strong experience in a senior role.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Proven experience in a senior EC&I role.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of EC&I systems for multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of control systems

Instrumentation

Electrical design

Education

Degree in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering

Job description

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Principal Electrical Engineer, Cheltenham

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent Up to £75,000

We’re hiring a Principal EC&I Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering business in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead complex projects across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of EC&I systems for multi-disciplinary engineering projects
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept through to commissioning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, process, and civil engineers
• Degree-qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) preferred
• Proven experience in a senior EC&I role within consultancy or industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and electrical design
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills