Principal Electrical Engineer

Unity Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead projects from design to completion. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical engineering, team management, and delivering high-voltage designs while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to work on high-profile infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of electrical installations and design standards.
• Experience with low- to medium-voltage systems.
• Proficiency in electrical design packages.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering activities across all project stages.
• Manage and supervise a multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver high- and low-voltage electrical designs.
• Liaise with installation teams to ensure designs meet requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering support

Team management

Electrical design

Sustainability principles

Strong MS Office skills

Collaboration on PLC control systems

Education

HND in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Project management qualifications (APM, PRINCE2)

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Tools

Prodesign-Amtech

AutoCAD

Microstation

Revit

Project planning software (P6 or MS Project)

Job description

Our Client, a major Rail, Highways, Power and Tunnels consultancy are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team.

You will provide electrical engineering support and leadership across projects, from design through to completion, ensuring compliance with HSE, quality, and commercial standards.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects within a fast-paced and challenging environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:



* Lead electrical engineering activities across all project stages, including tendering, design, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover


* Manage and supervise a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, and BIM/CAD technicians


* Deliver high- and low-voltage electrical designs (up to 33kV) in line with safety, sustainability, and regulatory standards


* Design systems such as lighting, cable management systems (CMS), earthing and bonding, UPS, switchboards/LVAC, VSDs, and lightning protection


* Utilise electrical design software (e.g., Prodesign-Amtech) and perform formal design reviews for accuracy and buildability
Collaborate on PLC control systems, including SCADA and BMS, and contribute to HAZID, HAZOP, and HAZCON studies


* Manage project documentation, including design registers, meeting minutes, and RFI/TQ responses


* Liaise with installation teams to ensure designs meet construction requirements and resolve any issues


* Support tendering processes by developing scope documents and collaborating with manufacturers to determine product suitability.- Ensure project progress aligns with programme schedules and provide technical solutions to project challenges


* Track design changes and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:



* In-depth knowledge of electrical installations, legislation, and design standards


* Proficiency in electrical design packages (Amtech/Trimble, Cymap) and AutoCAD/Microstation.


* Experience with low- to medium-voltage systems.- Strong MS Office skills (Excel).-Knowledge of sustainability principles.


* Experience with Revit (or equivalent BIM software) - desired


* Knowledge of ATEX and DSEAR standards - desired


* Familiarity with project planning software (P6 or MS Project)- desired


QUALIFICATIONS:



* HND in Electrical Engineering.- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a recognised institution (CIBSE, IET, or equivalent)


* SMSTS and CSCS card


* Full UK driving license.


* Degree in Electrical Engineering


* Project management qualifications (APM, PRINCE2)


* NEBOSH Construction Certificate.

COMPETENCIES:



* Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills


* Ability to work under pressure and make decisive decisions


* Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment


* Forward-thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solving

EXPERIENCE:



* At least seven years in a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineering role


* Experience in infrastructure projects, utilities, or civils.


* Experience working with M&E contractors.

If you are interested in this job, please send over your cv and get in touch with Jamie at Unity Recruitment.

Alternatively if you know anyone who might be interested in this job opportunity, please send over for a referral fee.