Principal Electrical Engineer

Matchtech; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead transformative projects in the Water Sector. This role offers the chance to shape critical infrastructure while working in a diverse and inclusive environment. You'll collaborate with talented professionals to deliver integrated design solutions on iconic engineering projects. With a focus on quality and innovation, this position allows you to leverage your expertise in electrical design and leadership to make a significant impact. Flexible and remote working policies ensure you can balance your professional and personal life effectively.

Qualifications

• Chartered Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in the Water Industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design, including LV and HV systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Manage time and budgets effectively to meet project milestones.

Skills

Electrical Design (LV and HV systems)

Leadership in Design Delivery

Knowledge of HAZOP Assessments

Proficiency in Digital Analysis Software

Familiarity with UK Design Standards

Education

Chartered Electrical Engineer

Tools

Trimble

Amtech

Job description

My Client is recruiting for a Principal Electrical Engineer in the Water Sector.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on? It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this is a great place to be. When it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll play a vital role in electrical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of electrical engineering across sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We provide industry-leading engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle, including client-side support and construction phases. If you're passionate about this industry and want to be part of a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you.

Opportunities are available in our offices located in Bristol, Surrey, Derby, Manchester, Leeds, and Glasgow (other locations may be considered).

Your Purpose

1. Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant standards and codes, ensuring high-quality outputs.
2. Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
3. Manage time and budgets effectively to meet project milestones and deadlines.
4. Collaborate with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
5. Adhere to quality assurance standards in design processes.

What you can bring

• Chartered Electrical Engineer.
• Extensive experience in the Water Industry.
• Proven leadership in design delivery, including multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres/switchgear, electrical installations and systems within industrial/process environments, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX practices, production of SLD/BCD diagrams, earthing and bonding, and familiarity with UK design standards.
• Proficiency in digital analysis software such as Trimble/Amtech, following local and national guidance.