Senior / Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer

First Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer to lead complex power sector projects in the UK. This role offers competitive salary and hybrid working options. Responsibilities include project delivery support, technical specification production, and mentoring. The ideal candidate holds an Electrical Engineering degree and has experience in distribution and transmission networks. Join a dynamic team committed to sustainability and career development.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Medical insurance

25 days annual leave

Gym discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum; MEng/MSc desirable).
• Strong understanding of the UK electricity system and its regulatory environment.
• Experience in design, specification, construction, or maintenance of networks.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and leading electrical engineering projects.
• Producing and reviewing technical specifications and designs.
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers.

Skills

Strong understanding of the UK electricity system

Project delivery experience

Knowledge of high-voltage plant and equipment

Experience in distribution and transmission networks

Electrical Engineering degree

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum)

Job description

Senior / Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer

Location: UK
Sector: Power
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Negotiable) plus benefits
Reference: SK/R/091312

Role

Senior or Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer

Various locations across England

Competitive Salary and Benefits

On behalf of our client, a global employee‑owned professional services organisation, we are recruiting a Senior / Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer to join their expanding team. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically complex and high‑profile power sector projects.

About the Organisation

Our client is a global network of multidisciplinary professionals providing integrated engineering, environmental, design and construction solutions. The business is wholly owned by its people, with more than 10,000 professionals operating from over 200 offices across five continents. Their future‑focused and innovative approach supports communities worldwide, helping to build resilience and sustainability for generations to come.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and leading the delivery of electrical engineering projects across distribution and transmission systems
• Producing and reviewing technical specifications, FEED studies and concept designs
• Acting as Owner’s Engineer and providing technical advisory and due diligence support
• Undertaking cable system design, substation design (grid and distribution), and electrical equipment specification
• Supporting tendering activities, bids and proposals with technical input
• Assisting with site‑based activities, including FAT, SAT and commissioning
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and contributing to team development

Skills and Experience Required

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum; MEng/MSc desirable)
• Strong understanding of the UK electricity system and its regulatory and stakeholder environment
• Experience in the design, specification, construction, operation or maintenance of distribution and transmission networks
• Knowledge of key electrical equipment, such as: High‑voltage plant and equipment (switchgear, transformers, harmonic filters, dynamic reactive compensation), Power cable system design and specification, Gas and air insulated switchgear, Transformers, Harmonic filters and reactive compensation equipment
• Previous project delivery experience, either leading or coordinating technical tasks
• Working towards or already holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the IET or equivalent

Package and Benefits

• Competitive salary, aligned to skills and experience
• Hybrid working to support work‑life balance
• 25 days annual leave, with the option to buy up to four additional weeks
• Pension scheme, medical insurance and income protection
• Enhanced parental leave and family‑friendly policies
• Voluntary benefits including cycle‑to‑work, gym discounts and retail savings
• Access to employee networks and wellbeing resources
• Clear career pathways across technical excellence, client leadership or project management
• International opportunities across a global network
• Full support towards achieving and maintaining professional registration and chartership

This is a strong opportunity for an Electrical Engineer seeking long‑term career development within a globally recognised, employee‑owned consultancy delivering critical energy infrastructure projects.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.