Principal Electrical Engineer

Ganymede; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer for wastewater projects. You will lead design work and provide mentorship for junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have strong electrical design experience in the water sector and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary package and the chance to influence the UK's water sector.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in water or wastewater projects.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design work on wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for innovative solutions.

Skills

Solid experience in the UK water sector

Strong hands-on electrical design experience

Experience in line management or mentoring

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer - Wastewater

Location: Manchester, Sunderland, Wakefield and Swindon (Hybrid Working)

Salary: Up to 60,000-65,000

Are you a practical, hands‑on electrical engineer ready to take ownership of wastewater projects from concept through to delivery?

We're looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Water team and deliver high‑quality designs while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the growth of our wastewater business.

This is an ideal opportunity for engineers who love getting into the detail of their designs, enjoy seeing projects through from start to finish, and want to combine technical expertise with some team leadership.

The Role

As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of design delivery for wastewater projects, while providing guidance to junior team members. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead the hands‑on design work on wastewater infrastructure projects
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers
• Ensure designs meet the highest quality and compliance standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and practical solutions

This role is perfect for engineers who prefer doing over delegating, and want to continue building their technical reputation in the water sector.

About You

You're a confident, practical engineer who thrives on design delivery, with experience in water or wastewater projects.

You'll bring:

• Solid experience in the UK water sector, but transferable skills are also welcomed
• Strong hands‑on electrical design experience
• Some experience of line management or mentoring junior staff
• A commitment to delivering high‑quality engineering solutions

Next Steps

If you're a hands‑on electrical engineer ready to make a tangible impact in wastewater, we want to hear from you.

Similar job titles:

Principal Electrical Engineer - Water / Wastewater, Lead Electrical Engineer - Water Industry, Senior Electrical Engineer - Water, Electrical Design Lead - Water Projects, Principal Engineer (Electrical) - Water Infrastructure, Principal Design Engineer - Electrical (Water Sector), Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Utilities

Apply now and take the next step in your career – where your expertise will directly influence the UK water sector. Email [e-mail] for a confidential chat!

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.