Principal Electrical Engineer - Building Services

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent MEP Consulting Engineering firm seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to enhance their delivery capabilities in Leeds. This role involves leading electrical design work, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The firm values collaboration and offers significant growth and ownership opportunities through an Employee Owned Trust structure.

Benefits

Employee Ownership Trust

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electrical design.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and budget.
• Familiarity with industry software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day delivery of electrical design work.
• Develop design strategies that comply with regulations.
• Mentor and develop emerging engineers.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactive Approach

Education

Building Services Electrical Design Engineer

Tools

Dialux

Relux

Amtech

Electrical OM

Job description

Job Description

Our client is one of the UK’s leading independent MEP Consulting Engineers, with 3 strategically placed offices across the north of England. Specialising in mechanical, electrical, public health, and vertical transportation, they offer technical advice to construction and property professionals across all sectors of the built environment.

The Leeds office boasts a strong team that promotes a friendly, collaborative environment, working on a broad range of schemes that are often fast-moving and technically challenging. With a strong order book and repeat business as a key part of their strategy, the future looks both bright and highly secure, providing excellent opportunities for growth.

The appointment of a Principal Electrical Engineer is crucial to advancing delivery capabilities, shaping early concepts, and delivering practical, intelligent designs to bring projects to life.

Responsibilities

1. Leading the day-to-day delivery of electrical design work across various building projects.
2. Developing early-stage design strategies that meet the brief and comply with industry regulations.
3. Collaborating closely with clients, architects, and design teams through meetings and daily communication.
4. Supporting Directors with resourcing, management, and delivery.
5. Mentoring and developing emerging engineers, including Apprentices and Graduates.

To be considered, candidates must have extensive experience as a Building Services Electrical Design Engineer, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Familiarity with industry software such as Dialux, Relux, Amtech, and Electrical OM is essential, along with a proactive approach and an open-minded attitude towards teamwork.

Recently, the company owners made a significant decision to establish an Employee Owned Trust (EOT). This move reflects their belief that their people are their greatest asset, with over 60 staff members now holding ownership, which offers additional financial rewards and clear progression routes for long-term careers.