Principal Electrical Engineer

Amentum; Glasgow, Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Disability Confident employer

Flexible working hours

Medical cover

Job summary

Amentum is hiring a Principal Electrical Engineer in Glasgow to lead design of large industrial facilities including power stations and manufacturing plants. The role involves coordinating EC&I engineers, preparing drawings and technical specs, and delivering robust electrical systems for critical infrastructure.

You'll work in a hybrid setup with 1–2 days in the Glasgow office, with some site visits. The ideal candidate has chartered status or equivalent and experience in contracting

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of electrical engineering principles and design.
• Experience with HV/LV distribution systems and protection.
• Experience sizing LV cables and using AMTECH software.
• Experience in electrical building services design.
• Experience in contracting environments and relevant site work.
• Willingness to travel on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate EC&I design deliverables with project teams.
• Prepare drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Perform calculations and evaluations for industrial equipment and systems.
• Interface with Safety Case and System Engineering teams.
• Manage planning, costing and scheduling for assigned projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams.
• Review and deliver technical documentation.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV/LV distribution design

LV cable sizing AMTECH

Electrical building services

Contracting environment/site

Willing to travel

Education

Incorporated/Chartered Engineer

Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

AMTECH

AutoCAD/Revit

ETAP

Job description

About the opportunity

Our Defence and Security provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long‑term prospects within our established practice, and we are looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to design large industrial facilities, e.g. power station buildings, large manufacturing facilities, dockyards, etc. We offer hybrid working with 1‑2 days in the Glasgow or Reading office. Occasional site visits may be necessary.

Key Responsibilities include

• Performs the assessment and design and monitors ongoing process of a project, including the coordination of the project with project delivery team.

• Leading/working with a team of EC&I engineers/designers in developing engineering deliverables throughout various stages of the project.

• Prepare drawings, functional and technical specifications, and contract documents.

• Performs calculations and evaluations in the design of equipment and systems for industrial applications.

• Interfaces and co‑ordinates with Safety Case and System Engineering teams.

• Participates in planning, cost development and management, and scheduling for assigned projects.

• Maintains effective communication with clients, project team members and project delivery team.

• Responsible for authoring/reviewing/checking on technical deliverables.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, to suit you and our business.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Possess in depth knowledge of the electrical engineering discipline.

• Experience in design of HV/LV distribution systems and associated control and protection systems.

• Experience in LV cable sizing and design and using cable sizing software (AMTECH).

• Experience in electrical building services design.

• Experience in a contracting environment, relevant site experience.

• Willing to travel if/when required

Desirable

• Experience in HV distribution and design and using cable sizing software (ETAP).

• Experience in Fire Alarm and Security systems design.

• Background in project design/engineering work in specialist area preferred (Nuclear and Defence Sector).

• Professionally qualified (e.g. Incorporated/Chartered) Engineer with a degree (preferred but not necessary) in the relevant discipline.

• Experience of working on Nuclear Safety Implicated systems.

• Experience in using AutoCAD/Revit software.

• Demonstrated record of maintaining own skills and knowledge at the forefront of the field.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental well‑being and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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