Principal Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer in Preston. This role offers the opportunity to lead diverse projects and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates should be degree-qualified, preferably chartered, with extensive expertise in control systems and electrical design.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior EC&I role within consultancy or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and electrical design.
• Technical leadership and mentorship experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of EC&I systems for multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept through to commissioning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Control Systems

Electrical Design

Education

Degree in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or working towards it

Job description

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Principal Electrical Engineer, Preston, Lancashire

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We’re hiring a Principal EC&I Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering business in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead complex projects across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of EC&I systems for multi-disciplinary engineering projects
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept through to commissioning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, process, and civil engineers
• Degree-qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) preferred
• Proven experience in a senior EC&I role within consultancy or industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and electrical design
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills