Principal Electrical Design Engineer
Job Description
Ready to take your career to the next level as a Principal Electrical Engineer / Major Projects Electrical Lead?
Our client is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer (Major Projects Electrical Lead) to join their Building Services team in the North West. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a well-established consultancy delivering complex, high-value projects across multiple sectors.
You'll take the lead on electrical design across major schemes, working alongside senior mechanical counterparts and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, innovative, and high-quality solutions. If you're looking for a role where you can lead from the front, influence major projects, and shape a growing team, this is well worth exploring.
Key Responsibilities:
andmiddot;Lead the delivery of electrical design across major construction projects
andmiddot;Manage and oversee all works delivered through the Electrical team
andmiddot;Work closely with the Mechanical Lead to ensure coordinated MEP solutions
andmiddot;Manage team utilisation, workload planning, and resource allocation
andmiddot;Set and maintain high standards for technical quality and design delivery
andmiddot;Provide high-level technical advice across electrical building services
andmiddot;Oversee feasibility studies, detailed design, and condition reporting
andmiddot;Attend and contribute to project design meetings, driving technical solutions
andmiddot;Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality procedures, and best practice
andmiddot;Support innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery
What They're Looking For:
andmiddot;Chartered Engineer (CIBSE or IET)
andmiddot;Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
andmiddot;Strong experience leading electrical design on large-scale projects
andmiddot;Experience managing engineering teams and driving performance
andmiddot;Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wider audience
andmiddot;Strong understanding of quality assurance and design control processes
andmiddot;Knowledge of complex infrastructure environments (e.g. tunnels) beneficial
andmiddot;Ability to meet BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) requirements
If you're looking to step into a senior electrical leadership role within a consultancy delivering major projects, I'd be keen to speak with you.
Contact Jack James at (url removed)