Senior Electrical Engineer

Integral Recruitment Ltd; Lewes; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal EICA Engineer to join their team in Lewes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical and electronic engineering with over 10 years of experience. Responsibilities include leading sustainable projects, providing technical guidance, and mentoring junior engineers. This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and various benefits including flexible working options and health support.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

25 days holiday

Generous pension (up to 11% contribution)

Health cash plan

Study support for job-related qualifications

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a relevant industry.
• Full driving license (site visits required).

Responsibilities

• Leading on the design of sustainable and environmentally responsible solutions.
• Providing expert technical guidance and oversight on design calculations.
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Innovation skills

Education

MSc / MEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (IET or similar)

Job description

Principal EICA / Electrical Engineer

Location : Brighton, BN1 / Hybrid (occasional site visits across the Southeast)

Salary : £75,000 - £80,000 + bonus, excellent benefits, flexible working

Are you ready to lead projects that will shape the future of water management?

We’re looking for a Principal EICA Engineer to join our growing team and play a leading role in designing and delivering innovative, sustainable water and wastewater solutions.

Why join us?

You’ll work at the cutting edge of water recycling and infrastructure, designing sustainable plants and facilities that make a real difference to communities and the environment. We embrace innovation — whether that’s trialling new digital design tools, adopting advanced technology, or finding smarter, greener ways to deliver projects.

This is your chance to step into a role with real influence, where you’ll not only lead projects but also mentor the next generation of engineers, helping to shape both their careers and the industry itself.

What you’ll be doing :

• Leading on the design of sustainable and environmentally responsible solutions.
• Providing expert technical guidance and oversight on design calculations, specs and standards.
• Challenging the status quo, driving innovation and embedding best practice across projects.
• Collaborating with suppliers and partners to improve efficiency and raise technical standards.
• Researching and implementing cutting‑edge digital design concepts.
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• Delivering projects on budget and beyond expectations.

What we’re looking for :

• MSc / MEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (IET or similar).
• 10+ years’ experience in a relevant industry.
• A strong leader with excellent communication, problem‑solving and innovation skills.
• Full driving licence (site visits required).

What’s in it for you?

• Salary from £75,000 (depending on skills & experience).
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Generous pension (up to 11% company contribution).
• 25 days holiday + flexible working options.
• Health cash plan, life assurance (4x salary), occupational health support.
• Salary sacrifices; electric car scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme, free parking.
• Discounts at 800+ retailers, digital GP service, funded eye tests.
• Competitive maternity leave and flexible return‑to‑work options.
• Two paid volunteering days a year.
• Study support for job‑related qualifications.

Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of water engineering? Apply today and let’s make it happen