Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer

Stantec; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic MEP division in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage technical delivery on diverse projects, from healthcare to data centers. You'll mentor upcoming engineers while working in a collaborative environment that champions sustainability and high-performance design. With a commitment to professional growth and community-focused solutions, this position promises a fulfilling career path within a supportive team. If you're ready to make a significant impact in building services, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Supportive colleagues and recognition

Opportunities for skill development

Competitive salary and benefits

Community involvement initiatives

Flexible benefits, including a green car scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading UK building services projects within a design consultancy.
• Knowledge of BIM and Revit, with experience working alongside architects.

Responsibilities

• Managing the technical delivery of electrical design services for multidisciplinary projects.
• Producing design deliverables such as specifications, drawings, and schedules.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Building Services

BIM

Revit

Project Management

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Amtech

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer role at Stantec.

We have a brand-new opportunity for a Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer to join our MEP division based in our London office.

The Opportunity

It's an exciting time to join our MEP team! We have a proven track record working within London, and have plans to grow our team of 40 engineers, graduates, and apprentices over the next 12 months. Our modern central office is well-connected (Southwark/Borough/London Bridge within walking distance), and we work on diverse building services projects including heritage/refurbishment, data centres, healthcare, and defence. You will be supported by our leadership team, with excellent opportunities for progression and training.

Your Role Will Include

• Managing the technical delivery of electrical design services for multidisciplinary projects across various sectors.
• Producing design deliverables such as specifications, drawings, and schedules.
• Supporting project invoicing, debt management, WIP management, and resource planning.
• Mentoring graduates and apprentices, supporting their learning and development.

Our Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health (MEP) Division

Our MEP team specializes in energy, sustainability, and engineering design, creating high-performance environments across sectors like commercial, industrial, leisure, retail, manufacturing, logistics, heritage, and residential.

Our Work Includes

• Building performance modeling and optimization
• Carbon verification and validation strategies
• Daylight and sunlight studies
• Net-Zero strategies
• Sustainability benchmarking and environmental assessments
• Sustainable master planning
• Strategic utility management services

We take a collaborative approach, engaging early in projects to guide design development and help clients make informed decisions. We are a lively, passionate team committed to excellence and camaraderie. Check out our project portfolio.

To Succeed In This Role, You’ll Need

• HNC/HND or Degree in electrical engineering or building services, working towards chartership.
• Proven experience leading UK building services projects within a design consultancy.
• Knowledge of BIM, Revit, Amtech, and experience working with architects.

About Stantec

With over 31,000 professionals worldwide, Stantec is dedicated to community-focused design. Our UK team of 4,000 is agile and influential, committed to environmentally respectful solutions that add value to communities. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values entrepreneurial ideas and professional growth.

What We Offer

• Supportive colleagues and recognition
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Community involvement initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car scheme

A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing a fair and supportive environment for all employees. We consider applications individually, respecting all protected characteristics, and are committed to reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities or neurodiverse conditions.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply via our careers site; we aim to respond promptly. The employer for this role is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group.