Principal Electrical Engineer

Our client is a renowned Engineering Consultancy with over 1000 employees and offices spread throughout the UK and Europe. A multi‑award‑winning organisation known for creating safe and sustainable design solutions within aviation, defence, life sciences and industry, nuclear, power, public, and rail sectors.

The Building Services Team have extensive experience in the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems, they have a deep understanding of their client needs and vision.

As the Electrical Building Services team continues to expand, the business is offering opportunities to Principal Electrical Engineers to join the friendly, supportive, and creative engineering team in Manchester.

• Value quality and enjoy delivering technically excellent electrical designs in the built environment.
• Take ownership, are innovative, proactive, and driven by client satisfaction.
• Have significant experience in delivering medium-sized projects or managing packages on large projects.
• Are skilled in coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Have experience leading and mentoring junior engineers.
• Have contributed to bids, proposals, and tender specifications.
• Hold a relevant degree and are chartered or working towards chartership.
• Are eligible for security clearance and airside pass applications.

You will have the opportunity to work across multiple sectors, including Nuclear, Life Sciences, Defence, and Aviation, engaging with exciting and innovative projects often in collaboration with top‑tier architects and clients. The expanding team offers significant opportunities for career progression, where you will be encouraged and supported to develop your role, challenge your skills, and explore career paths that enhance both your technical and management abilities.

You will be part of a supportive team with access to a broad network of professionals and see your designs come to life through site visits and client engagement.

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional leave
• Discount schemes (including gym memberships, mobile phones, etc.)
• Family-friendly policies
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities