Principal Electrical Engineer - Building Services

Pertemps TM; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead sustainable building projects. This role includes managing teams, engaging with clients, and delivering high-quality engineering designs from concept to completion. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and career growth, this position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Performance related bonus scheme

25 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Flexible and hybrid working

4% employer pension

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience designing electrical systems for buildings.
• Knowledge of sustainable projects and emerging technologies.
• Ability to support and train junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the production of 2D and 3D Design.
• Engage with design teams and clients during projects.
• Financial management of projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Sustainability Knowledge

Team Leadership

Education

BEng or MEng degree in Electrical Engineering

CEng – Chartered membership of a professional institution or working towards

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

IES

Dialux

Amtech

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Posted:

22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our clients growing Building Services, consultancy, with a strong low-carbon focus - based in Bristol.
Our client is an independent, award-winning consultancy with sustainability being at the core of all of their projects. There are strong opportunities available for career progression and development within this role.
Working across many different sectors within Building Services Design, including:
o Residential
o Commercial
o Education
o Historic
o Leisure
o Arts

Once you become part of the team, you will have the responsibility of delivering high quality engineering designs for buildings from concept level to completion. You will be a key part of the team, client facing while having management responsibilities.

Responsibilities:
o Lead Electrical Engineers for multiple projects are varying stages.
o Lead and supervise the production of drawings in 2D and 3D Design using systems such as AutoCAD/Revit.
o Preparation of reports and specifications.
o Engage with design teams and clients during the design phase of projects.
o Supervising graduate and assistant engineers.
o Client relationships management and business development.
o Financial management of projects.

Requirements
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:
o CEng – Charted membership of a professional institution or be working towards this.
o BEng or MEng degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant subject
o Minimum 5 years’ experience designing electrical systems for buildings
o Knowledge and experience working on sustainable projects and be up to date with emerging technologies such as, photovoltaics and EV charging design.
o Passion for sustainability.
o Excellent communication skills and ability to support/train junior engineers.
o Ability to lead projects, with a view for increasing management and leadership responsibilities.
o Be strongly motivated.
o Competent in design software such as Amtech, AutoCAD, Revit, IES or Dialux

Benefits:
o Salary £55,000 - £70,000
o Performance related bonus scheme.
o Support towards professional accreditation.
o 25 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Buy/sell scheme
o Flexible and hybrid working.
o Paid time in lieu
o 4% employer pension
o Life insurance.

With great career progression opportunities, a great working environment with friendly teams, and a strong social culture, this role offers the perfect opportunity for personal and professional growth, where you’ll be supported and encouraged to reach your full potential.

If you are interested and would like more information, please get in touch.