Senior ​/ Principal Electrical Engineer ( Building Services

Position: Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer ( Building Services)
Joining Arup Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Around the globe, Arup’s electrical engineers bring specialist expertise to solutions for buildings, transport infrastructure and energy, water and waste utilities. Our comprehensive services include, demand assessment, supply and system resilience, utilities consultancy and sustainable electrical engineering design.

Across Healthcare, Science & Industry, Commercial, and Transport, we support designers and developers in shaping solutions that unite creativity, functionality, and commercial value. We are trusted to bring inventive solutions to complex technical challenges for clients in the Midlands including NHS Trusts, National Grid, Advanced Manufacturing Facilities, Government Agencies and Local Universities,  Whatever the role or specialism, our people are passionate about what they do, they believe in our values and are happy to come to work every day.

And this is why people choose to work here and stay. The Opportunity As a Senior or Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality outcomes for our clients, working closely with Arup’s project leadership to guide technical direction and oversee project delivery. Your electrical engineering expertise will support both the development of innovative design solutions and the growth of the wider Electrical team.

You’ll work with advanced digital tools from Microsoft and Autodesk, and when existing tools fall short, you’ll help shape new digital approaches that enhance our design process and client services. Day to day, you’ll collaborate within project groups and across global networks, benefiting from shared knowledge and research while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. In this role, strong communication skills are essential as you maintain relationships with clients, project teams and the wider Arup community, clearly reporting progress, risks and mitigation strategies.

You’ll support project managers in controlling budgets, timelines, quality and safety, ensuring delivery aligns with programme objectives. Key responsibilities include leading multidisciplinary design teams from inception to completion, coordinating holistic design solutions, managing design programmes, chairing internal and external meetings, utilising BIM for coordination, staying current with legislation and regulations, and working with the Project Director to ensure commercial success.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are seeking candidates who:

Are a Chartered Engineer (or close to Chartership via IET or CIBSE) with a strong background in electrical building services design. Have proven experience managing and delivering UK multi-disciplinary design projects within a consultancy environment; values quality and enjoys delivering.  Are proficient in BIM and digital design tools; experience with Revit MEP is highly desirable. Have strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with clients.

Can demonstrate strong commercial awareness and a solid track record of delivering high-quality, technically excellent electrical designs & innovative solutions in the built environment. Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact
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