Principal Engineer

Engie; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer for their London office. The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of industry experience and the ability to manage medium to large-sized projects while engaging with clients. The role offers benefits such as hybrid working, training sponsorship, and annual leave increasing over time. Candidates should possess strong specification design skills and knowledge of relevant standards and regulations.

Benefits

23-28 days annual leave

Hybrid Working

Contributory company pension scheme

Healthcare Scheme

Training sponsorship

Qualifications

• MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent.
• Working towards Chartered Eng status.
• Significant experience of specification design for several building types.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for running large projects and client interface.
• Develops applications of controls, instruments and systems.
• Surveys existing electrical/mechanical installations.

Skills

Client-facing role

Specification design

Health and Safety knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Managerial skills

Presentation skills

Education

BSc/BEng in appropriate engineering discipline

MCIBSE/MIEE or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types)
• Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes
• Surveys, tests, carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations
• Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements
• Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client
• Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams
• Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards
• Leads on the coordination of engineering services
• Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions
• Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the RED Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.

Job Overview

We are seeking a fully experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to be based in our London office with the ability to inspire others. You will have a minimum of seven years' industry experience with the ability to run medium to large sized projects and undertake a client facing role in the development, design and co‑ordination of engineering projects. BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience

Qualifications

• MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent
• Working towards Chartered Eng status
• Significant experience of specification design for several building types
• Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation
• Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc
• Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software
• Good understanding of BS standards/ UK Regulations/Codes
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Managerial skills
• Presentation skills
• Background in consulting or construction preferred.
• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.
• Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group

Company Overview

RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. Through our market leading technical expertise, we enable the world's digital infrastructure and develop the built environment whilst also helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero carbon‑built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, with our broad capability offering saving our clients time, money, and effort. Our approach is centred around listening to our clients and interacting energetically with our fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability, and attitude.

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years' service
• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Healthcare Scheme (Company funded cover is dependant on level)
• Non-contractual bonus awards
• Training sponsorship
• Charity volunteering leave
• Wellness days/ initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience.

Company Culture

Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer. This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions.