Principal Electrical Engineer

Reference: 30773193055_1759410233

Principal Electrical Design Engineer
Up to £70,000 + Benefits
Location: Manchester OR Liverpool

An established building services consultancy is seeking a highly motivated Principal (or above) Electrical Design Engineer to join their leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a client-facing engineer to lead a growing team, drive high-value projects, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the practice.

The Role
As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will take the lead on projects valued up to £300m across a wide range of sectors. You'll be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle (RIBA Stages 1-6), providing technical excellence, and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative, sustainable electrical designs. You will also lead and mentor a team of 8 engineers, developing talent while maintaining a culture of collaboration and quality. They work across a mix of projects including residential, commercial, education and mixed-use.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver electrical design on large-scale, complex projects up to £300m in value.
Act as the primary client interface, building and maintaining strong relationships.
Manage and mentor a team of 8 engineers, ensuring technical excellence and career development.
Oversee design stages from concept through to completion (RIBA 1-6).
Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and industry best practice.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the consultancy.

What You'll Need to Succeed
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in electrical design engineering within the building services sector.
Track record of leading project delivery and managing multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent technical knowledge of electrical systems, regulations, and sustainable design practices.
Strong client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships - this is essential!
Ability to work across all RIBA stages and deliver high-value, complex projects.

What's on Offer
Salary up to £70,000 (DOE).
Future equity opportunities within the company.
Company car (electric)
Private healthcare package.
Birthday off every year.
20 days holiday + bank holidays, plus an additional day per year of service (up to 5 days).
2-week company shutdown at Christmas (not taken from holiday allowance).
A collaborative, people-focused working culture.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

£60,000.00 - 70,000.00
Per annum
GBP60000.00 - GBP70000.00 per annum + + incredible benefits

Merseyside

Full Time

Added 02/10/2025
Reference: 30773193055_1759410233

Principal Electrical Engineer

Merseyside
Full Time

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