Are you an experienced Electrical Engineering leader looking for an opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing design team while delivering technically complex projects across highly regulated industries?
We are seeking an accomplished Electrical Section Head to lead an established Electrical Design team within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Working on challenging projects across sectors including pharmaceutical, food, research, development, and advanced manufacturing, you will play a key role in both technical delivery and team leadership.
The RoleAs Electrical Section Head, you will be responsible for managing and developing the electrical engineering function, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality designs that meet client requirements, programme targets, budgets, and regulatory standards.
Key responsibilities include:- Leading and mentoring a team of electrical engineers and designers
- Managing resource allocation and workload planning across multiple projects
- Reviewing and approving calculations, drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical documentation
- Ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and quality procedures
- Supporting recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives
- Acting as a Design Lead on multidisciplinary projects when required
- Building strong relationships with clients and participating in project review meetings
- Contributing to fee proposals, project planning, and business development activities
- Supporting construction and commissioning phases through technical oversight and site engagement where necessary.
- Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering (BEng or equivalent)
- Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or progression towards chartership
- Membership of a relevant professional body such as IET or CIBSE
- Previous experience managing or supervising engineering teams
- Strong knowledge of electrical design standards, regulations, and industry best practice
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working within pharmaceutical, industrial, manufacturing, food, life science, or similar technically demanding environments.
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