Senior Principal Electrical Engineer
Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer
Vertical Recruitment are working closely with a global, multi-disciplinary consultancy, they are a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They pride themselves on combining the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world.
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer to join a growing building services team across one of four key UK offices. You’ll play a key role in shaping complex and exciting projects across a wide range of sectors – from life sciences and education to healthcare, defence, and residential.
Whether you're stepping into a Principal role or already there, this is an opportunity to lead with impact, support junior colleagues, and make your mark on projects that matter.
What you’ll be doing:
* Delivering electrical building services designs across all RIBA stages
* Leading medium-scale projects independently or contributing to large, complex projects as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Supporting and mentoring junior and intermediate engineers
* Overseeing calculations, reports, specifications, design drawings and site surveys
* Acting as a trusted point of contact for clients and design teams, nurturing strong and lasting relationships
* Supporting bids and resource planning
* Contributing to a high-performing, collaborative team environment
What we’re looking for:
* A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Building Services or Electrical Engineering
* Chartered (or working towards Chartership)
* Experience in managing the electrical design of building services projects
* Strong understanding of technical standards, current legislation, and sustainable engineering best practice
* Proficiency in AutoCAD and ideally Autodesk Revit MEP; experience with Dialux, Relux, Amtech, NBS is highly desirable
* Ability to take ownership of design delivery, make sound engineering decisions, and work proactively
* A clear communicator with the ability to engage with clients, architects, contractors and other consultants
Desirable:
* Security clearance to MOD SC level (or eligible to obtain)
* estimating and bid writing experience
* Strong project planning and reporting skills
What’s in it for you?
* A forward-thinking and supportive work culture
* Flexibility around hours and location to suit your work/life balance
* A variety of high-profile and meaningful projects to challenge and inspire
* Opportunities for continued learning, development and progression
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* 1-2 days in the office