Job Description

Job Title:

Principal Electrical Engineer

Location:

Manchester

Job Type:

Full-Time | Permanent

Sector:

Building Services / MEP Engineering

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and forward-thinking

Principal Electrical Engineer

to take a leading role in the delivery of high-quality electrical design services across a variety of building projects. This is an exciting opportunity to shape innovative engineering solutions, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with a diverse range of clients and design professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day delivery of electrical design work on a range of building services projects, from concept through to completion. Contribute to early-stage design strategy and ensure alignment with client briefs, building regulations, and sustainability goals. Coordinate effectively with clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring timely and efficient project delivery. Manage project fees, resource planning, timelines, and technical delivery in partnership with senior leadership. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, apprentices, and graduates to support their professional development. Proactively identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement within project workflows.

Requirements & Skills

Proven experience in electrical engineering within the

building services

sector, with a successful record of delivering complex and multidisciplinary projects. Proficient in industry-standard tools and software, including

Revit

,

BIM

,

Dialux

,

Relux

,

Amtech

(Electrical OM), and related platforms. Strong technical understanding of electrical systems design including lighting, power distribution, and low-voltage systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams. A proactive and open-minded approach to problem-solving and innovation. Committed to mentoring and developing junior team members and promoting knowledge sharing.

Desirable

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent). Chartered Engineer status or working toward it (e.g. CEng via IET or CIBSE). Strong knowledge of sustainability principles and modern low-carbon design strategies.

Location:

Based in Manchester with flexible working arrangements available.

Salary:

Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 50,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Manchester M2 3WQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Salary Expectations ?
Experience:

building services: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person