Senior Electrical Engineer — Lead Design & Impact (Hybrid)

Elev8 Engineering Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Diverse projects

Growth-focused culture

Job summary

Elev8 Engineering Ltd is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Cambridge to own electrical design from concept to completion. You will lead delivery across multiple projects while maintaining strong client relationships and guiding the team.

The role offers autonomy, a clear route to senior leadership, and hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. Chartered status is advantageous but not required.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Background in building services consultancy is essential.
• Experience leading projects and managing client relationships.
• Experience with historic, healthcare or education projects is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and delivery across multiple projects.
• Manage client relationships and attend key project meetings.
• Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers.
• Coordinate with mechanical, structural and architectural teams.
• Review and sign off technical designs and calculations.
• Support business development and bids.

Skills

Project leadership

Client management

Mentoring

Team coordination

Technical review

Education

Electrical/Building Services degree

Job description

Elev8 Engineering Ltd is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Cambridge to own electrical design from concept to completion. You will lead delivery across multiple projects while maintaining strong client relationships and guiding the team.

The role offers autonomy, a clear route to senior leadership, and hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. Chartered status is advantageous but not required.