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Principal Electrical Engineer – Infrastructure & Engineering
📍 Location: North West England (Hybrid after probation)
💼 Contract Type: Permanent
💰 Salary: £70,000 – £75,000 per annum
Are you a seasoned electrical engineer ready to lead complex infrastructure projects and mentor the next generation of talent? We’re recruiting for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary design and build contractor delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions across water, energy, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and food & beverage sectors.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape sustainable design outcomes, drive operational excellence, and contribute to essential infrastructure services in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead engineering projects, offering expert guidance and sustainable design solutions.
* Conduct audits, feasibility studies, and risk assessments.
* Support bids and review tenders to ensure technical and commercial alignment.
* Manage design subcontracts and deliver detailed electrical designs.
* Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous operational improvement.
* Ensure compliance with design standards and CDM 2015 responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For
* Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership.
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
* Proven experience as a Principal Electrical Engineer across multiple sectors.
* Strong knowledge of regulated construction projects and full project lifecycle.
* Proficient in British Standards, CDM 2015, and LV/HV systems.
* Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, DIALux, SKM, and digital engineering tools.
* Experience in hazardous area design and quality assurance.
* Passionate about mentoring and driving efficiency.
Benefits
* Company pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Hybrid working (post-probation)
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Overtime opportunities
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