Principle Electrical Design Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Principal Electrical Engineer - Building Services
Salary: £65,000-£75,000 + package
Working pattern:
Hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week in the office, subject to project requirements
We are recruiting a Principal Electrical Engineer for a privately owned building services consultancy delivering major projects across the data centre, mission critical and commercial sectors. The consultancy works with Tier 1 main contractors and blue chip clients, offering the opportunity to take a lead role on technically demanding projects from concept through to completion.
The roleYou will manage and deliver electrical building services design across RIBA Stages 1-6, working directly with clients and the wider project team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Producing electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
- Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and other members of the design team.
- Attending design team and project meetings.
- Coordinating electrical designs with mechanical, public health, structural and architectural disciplines.
- Managing project programmes, deliverables and deadlines.
- Reviewing contractor proposals, technical submissions and installations.
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the electrical team.
- Working independently, with support from the wider engineering and management team.
To be considered, you must have:
- At least five years' experience in electrical building services design.
- A minimum HNC qualification in electrical engineering or a relevant discipline.
- Experience managing projects, coordinating designs with other disciplines and communicating directly with clients.
- Experience on data centre, mission critical or major commercial projects would be particularly relevant.
The salary on offer is £65,000-£75,000 plus package. The consultancy offers flexible working hours, hybrid working, a laptop and phone, and 25 days' holiday, including three days taken over Christmas.
If you are a senior electrical engineer ready to step into a principal role, or an established Principal Electrical Engineer looking for your next opportunity,
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