Principal Electrical Engineer

SIS-MEP SOLUTIONS LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SIS-MEP SOLUTIONS LTD in London seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design across diverse building and infrastructure projects on site. You will manage concept through detailed design, review calculations and drawings, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with mechanical and public health teams to deliver energy‑efficient, compliant MEP solutions.

The role involves supporting proposals, client presentations, and ensuring buildable solutions that meet client needs and

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Electrical Engineering and building services applications.
• Advanced skills in Electrical Design including schematics and load calculations.
• Knowledge of Power Distribution systems (LV/MV) and protection coordination.
• Experience in Power Systems analysis including fault studies and renewable integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; chartered status advantageous.
• Proven leadership of electrical design teams in consulting environments.
• Familiarity with British standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design across multiple projects from concept through detailed design.
• Review calculations and drawings, guide junior engineers.
• Coordinate with mechanical and public health engineers, architects, and contractors.
• Support business development through technical input on proposals.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Design

Power Distribution

Power Systems analysis

Load calculations

Regulations and codes

Project leadership

British standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered status advantageous

Job description

Company Description

SIS-MEP SOLUTIONS LTD is a dynamic consulting engineering firm based in Perivale, specializing in Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) Engineering for projects ranging from small developments to large schemes valued at over £50 million. Established in 2019, the company has grown into a reputable limited firm known for high-quality MEP design and consultancy services and strong client relationships. SIS-MEP focuses on innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective engineering solutions, integrating early energy assessments and renewable energy strategies into modern MEP designs. The team ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards, including building codes, planning conditions, BREEAM, and CIBSE requirements. With experience across multiple sectors and both consulting and contracting backgrounds, SIS-MEP delivers practical, buildable, and energy‑efficient designs that meet client needs and exceed expectations.

Role Description

The Principal Electrical Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in London, responsible for leading electrical design and engineering activities across a variety of building and infrastructure projects. This role involves overseeing the development of electrical schemes, including power distribution and power systems, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and client requirements. The Principal Electrical Engineer will manage project delivery from concept through detailed design, coordinate with mechanical and public health engineers, and collaborate closely with architects, contractors, and stakeholders to produce integrated MEP solutions. Day-to-day duties include reviewing and approving calculations and drawings, guiding junior engineers and technicians, performing technical reviews, and resolving design challenges to ensure buildable and energy‑efficient solutions. The role also includes contributing to project planning, resource allocation, and quality assurance, while supporting business development through technical input on proposals and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong expertise in Electrical Engineering and Electricity, with a solid understanding of fundamental principles and building services applications.
• Candidates should possess advanced skills in Electrical Design, including preparation of schematics, load calculations, equipment specifications, and compliance with international and local codes.
• Candidates should possess in-depth knowledge of Power Distribution systems, including LV and MV networks, switchgear, lighting, emergency power, and protection coordination.
• Candidates should possess comprehensive experience in Power Systems analysis, including fault level studies, load flow, reliability, and integration of renewable and energy‑efficient solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline; professional registration or chartered status is an advantage.
• Proven experience in leading electrical design teams on complex MEP projects, preferably in consulting environments.
• Strong familiarity with relevant british standards and regulations and good practice guidelines for building services.