Principal Electrical Engineer - Building Services

Pertemps; Bristol; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Building Services based in Bristol is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer. This role focuses on delivering high-quality engineering designs, managing teams, and engaging directly with clients on sustainable projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in the field, with opportunities for professional growth. Excellent benefits and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Performance related bonus scheme

Support towards professional accreditation

25 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Flexible and hybrid working

4% employer pension

Life insurance

Qualifications

• CEng – Chartered membership of a professional institution or working towards this.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience designing electrical systems for buildings.
• Knowledge of sustainable projects with emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical Engineers for multiple projects.
• Engage with design teams and clients during design phases.
• Supervise graduate and assistant engineers.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Sustainability

Technical Design

Education

BEng or MEng degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

IES

Amtech

Dialux

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.