Principal Electrical Engineer

AECOM; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure consulting is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Manchester. The role involves managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring technical excellence in electrical design. Candidates should have a strong track record and relevant qualifications, including a Chartered Engineer status. The position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Successful track record in electrical services design.
• Experience as a Senior or Principal Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Managing project finances and resources.
• Leading and mentoring a team of engineers.
• Conducting quality control reviews of design calculations and drawings.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Honours degree accredited by CIBSE, IET, or IMechE

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

BIM software

Electrical design software

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer, Manchester

Client: AECOM

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Technical

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: J10120255

Job Views: 3

Posted: 15.05.2025

Expiry Date: 29.06.2025

Job Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world through infrastructure projects that improve communities and create legacies for future generations. We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team in Manchester. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering small to medium-sized projects, leading engineering teams, and ensuring quality and technical excellence in electrical services design.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing project finances and resources
2. Leading and mentoring a team of engineers
3. Participating in interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables
4. Preparing fee estimates, design programs, and liaising with clients
5. Conducting quality control reviews of design calculations and drawings
6. Developing technical specifications
7. Contributing to engineering budgets and schedules
8. Using software packages for electrical design, including BIM software

Minimum Requirements:

• Successful track record in electrical services design
• Experience as a Senior or Principal Engineer
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IET)
• Proficiency with electrical design software and BIM
• Experience in healthcare facility projects (preferred)

Qualifications:

• Honours degree accredited by CIBSE, IET, or IMechE
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with extensive postgraduate experience

Additional Information

AECOM is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, committed to delivering sustainable solutions. We offer flexible hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive benefits, and a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer. For more information, visit aecom.com.