Principal Electrical Engineer

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role allows for hybrid work arrangements, offering the chance to lead national grid and substation projects within an experienced team, emphasizing leadership and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Principal Electrical Engineer.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it.
• Experience in national grid or substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for National Grid and substation projects.
• Ensure compliance with UK Grid Code and industry standards.
• Review technical calculations, protection studies, and reports.
• Act as the main technical point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Are you a Principal Electrical Engineer looking for the next step in your career?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join a leading engineering company, in a 6-month contract position. Our client offers the flexibility to work in a hybrid arrangement, working 3 days a week in their office in Leeds, or to work in a fully remote role.

This role offers the opportunity to work on an exciting variation of national grid and substation projects, with a highly experienced and motivating team.

Key Responsibilities:

-Lead electrical design for National Grid and substation projects.

-Ensure compliance with UK Grid Code and industry standards.

-Review technical calculations, protection studies, and reports.

-Act as the main technical point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

What we are looking for:

-Degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).

-Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it.

-Extensive experience in this role, with national grid or substation experience.

-Strong leadership, communication, and team management abilities.

-Understanding of health, safety, and environmental practices in the industry.