Principal Electrical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to shape the future of critical UK infrastructure. This role offers the chance to work on transformational projects across various sectors, including Water, Aviation, and Energy. You'll lead a talented team, ensuring high-quality design and adherence to standards while managing budgets and timelines. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, supporting your professional growth with flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance. Join a team where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a real difference.

Benefits

25 Days Leave Plus Bank Holidays

Options to Buy or Sell Leave

Ongoing Professional Development

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Chartered Electrical Engineer with experience in leading design delivery.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design and UK standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design and manage project milestones.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver integrated design solutions.

Skills

Electrical Design (LV and HV systems)

Motor Control

Electrical Installations

HAZOP

DSEAR/ATEX

UK Standards

Leading Multidisciplinary Design Delivery

Digital Analysis Packages (Trimble/Amtech)

Education

Chartered Electrical Engineer

Tools

Trimble

Amtech

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer, Manchester

Shape the future of our cities and environments by joining our talented team. We promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and faces challenges head-on. As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll play a vital role in electrical engineering on transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic projects at home and abroad.

We specialize in all aspects of electrical engineering across sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We provide industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, supporting clients from design to construction. We currently have opportunities in our Manchester, Leeds, Belfast, and Glasgow offices.

We value expertise over hierarchy, trusting you with responsibilities to support your career growth.

Your Purpose

• Lead a team in technical design following relevant standards and quality levels.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.
• Collaborate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Ensure adherence to quality assurance standards.

What you can bring

• Chartered Electrical Engineer.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control, electrical installations, HAZOP, DSEAR/ATEX, and UK standards.
• Proficiency in digital analysis packages like Trimble/Amtech.

What we offer

We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Our benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days of leave plus bank holidays, options to buy or sell leave, and ongoing professional development.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, fostering a community where everyone can thrive and develop.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance, which depends on UKSV vetting processes. Applicants should not include details of any current or previous security clearances in their application.