Principal Electrical Engineer

Matchtech; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Electrical Engineer in the Water Sector, where your expertise will shape critical UK infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to work on iconic engineering initiatives both domestically and internationally. You will lead a talented team, ensuring high-quality design and delivery while fostering a collaborative environment. With a focus on innovation and a commitment to diversity, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and flexible workplace. If you're passionate about electrical engineering and ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Flexible working policies

Remote working options

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Chartered Electrical Engineer with experience in the Water Industry.
• Proven leadership in multidisciplinary design delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work ensuring high quality.
• Prepare briefs and scopes of work for project proposals.

Skills

Electrical Design (LV and HV systems)

Leadership in Design Delivery

Knowledge of HAZOP and DSEAR/ATEX practices

Proficiency in Digital Analysis Software

Education

Chartered Electrical Engineer

Tools

Trimble

Amtech

Job description

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

Join Our Team

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone's voice matters, 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 relaxed atmosphere. This is a great place to be. Ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed 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 on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects both at home and abroad.

Our Sectors

We specialise 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 would love to hear from you.

Locations

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 ensuring high quality.
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. Follow quality assurance standards in design processes.

What You Bring

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