Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer (Building Services)

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary projects, ensuring design excellence and client satisfaction. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will work closely with a talented group of engineers and contribute to impactful projects across the North East. The company values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth, including flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee wellbeing. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Gym discounts

NHS teleconsultations

Flexible hours

Support for Chartership

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering diverse projects.
• Experience with electrical design software and Revit MEP.
• Ability to engage effectively with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary projects providing design and technical advice.
• Review design programmes ensuring timely completion.
• Develop and manage junior staff members.

Skills

Electrical Design

Project Management

Client Engagement

Technical Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Education

BEng/BSc/MEng in Engineering

Chartership with CIBSE/IET/Engineering Council

Tools

Revit MEP

BIM360

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about our Property & Buildings Sector, click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings Engineers and Consultants | WSP

Your Team

• You will work closely with likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging multidisciplinary projects.
• The Building Services team in the Northern Region (Split across Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh) consists of more than 50 Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health engineers.
• Will be supported by local, regional and international experts along with an extensive technical library and specifications.
• We make extraordinary efforts to attract, develop, engage and retain the best professionals in our fields of expertise because this is what makes us great.
• We act with moral and intellectual integrity, keep our word, treat everyone with respect, support our colleagues, and embrace diversity.
• We care about individuals and their progress and offer the most fulfilling career development for our professionals.
• You will be based in our Newcastle or Teesside offices, offering easy commuting options and free parking amenities.

A little more about your role…

• Meeting the requirements of a Senior Electrical Engineer grade with a proven track record in delivering projects aligned with client expectations.
• Work in a joint leadership capacity within a multidisciplinary team, providing design and technical advice as a project manager on various projects.
• Reviewing design programmes and ensuring sufficient resources to complete works on time, within budget, and to technical standards.
• Work independently on all technical aspects of your discipline or with specific specialist experience.
• Interpret client needs and project requirements to ensure full delivery.
• Promote WSP’s capabilities and expertise regionally.
• Supervise detailed designs and oversee the work of others in this area.
• Lead feasibility studies for projects, considering discipline-specific aspects.
• Direct the production of detailed and performance specifications, reviewed by colleagues prior to issue.
• Develop and manage junior staff members.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A proven track record of delivering diverse projects in scale and sector, with North East experience being advantageous.
• Ability to engage with clients, contractors, and design teams effectively.
• Proficiency in sketching and communicating technical details graphically.
• Understanding of applicable regulations and ability to demonstrate compliance through calculations.
• Experience with electrical design software and Revit MEP for project work.
• Familiarity with BIM360 as a collaboration and review tool.
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Check (SC).

Qualifications:

• BEng/BSc/MEng in relevant engineering discipline.
• Chartership with CIBSE / IET / Engineering Council or working towards it.
• Revit MEP training applied to the discipline.

Don’t meet all criteria? Apply anyway, and we’ll consider how your experience aligns with this role and other opportunities.

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Join our community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact. Our global team of over 69,000 employees works to improve communities worldwide.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are a leading engineering and professional services firm with 69,300 passionate people committed to creating positive impacts through innovation and integrity. With over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and driven by international expertise.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

We understand the importance of personal time. Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in our modern offices.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, encouraging everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We promote a culture of respect, integrity, and belonging through employee resource groups.

Health & Wellbeing

We support your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including NHS teleconsultations, gym discounts, and menopause support.

Flex your time

Our flexible hours, part-time options, additional leave, and holiday flexibility help you balance work and personal life.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and support for Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, or belief. We are committed to accessible recruitment and supporting workplace adjustments.