Principal Electrical Engineer

Matchtech; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team in the Water Sector. This role offers the chance to work on transformational projects that shape critical UK infrastructure. You will lead technical design efforts, ensuring high-quality outcomes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. With a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, this organization supports flexible and remote working policies, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. If you're passionate about electrical engineering and want to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Chartered Electrical Engineer with significant experience in the Water Industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design and multidisciplinary design delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work and manage project milestones.
• Prepare briefs and scopes of work while collaborating with teams.

Skills

Electrical Design (LV and HV systems)

Motor Control Centres

Switchgear

HAZOP Assessments

DSEAR/ATEX Practices

Digital Analysis Software (Trimble/Amtech)

Education

Chartered Electrical Engineer

Tools

Trimble

Amtech

Job description

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

Overview

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

We're passionate about our work but maintain a friendly atmosphere. This is a great place to be. We also offer flexible and remote working policies to help you balance your life outside of work.

Your Role

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

Our Sectors

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

Location

Opportunities are available in Bristol, Surrey, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, and Derby offices. Other locations may be considered.

Your Responsibilities

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

Candidate Requirements

1. Chartered Electrical Engineer.
2. Significant experience in the Water Industry.
3. Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
4. Strong knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres, switchgear, electrical installations in industrial environments, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX practices, SLD/BCD production, earthing, bonding, and familiarity with UK standards.
5. Proficiency with digital analysis software such as Trimble/Amtech for electrical design, following local and national guidance.