Hiring Now: Senior Electrical Design Engineer Near You – Apply Today!
Your Next Senior Electrical Design Engineer Job Starts Here – Apply Now!
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Vertical Recruitment is working exclusively with a leading Building Services Consultancy to appoint a Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer to their South Manchester or city centre office. This is a key opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys both hands-on design and client interaction. You’ll take ownership of electrical design delivery while also representing the business in a client-facing capacity, building and maintaining strong relationships with architects, developers, and end clients.
The consultancy has established a strong reputation for technical quality, collaboration, and delivering innovative solutions across commercial, residential, and education sectors. Recent projects include a £200M mixed-use development and a series of high-spec education facilities.
For the right person, this role offers a balance of technical design responsibility and client leadership, along with a genuine route for progression into a senior leadership position.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead electrical design on a variety of building services projects from concept through to delivery
* Act as a client-facing representative, attending meetings, developing briefs, and providing technical guidance
* Produce, review, and coordinate high-quality design outputs, ensuring integration with other disciplines
* Mentor junior engineers and support the wider team with technical knowledge and best practice
* Contribute to fee proposals, bids, and business development activities where required
* Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards while maintaining a focus on sustainable design
* Manage project resources and support financial performance of allocated projects
About You
* Degree-qualified in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
* Chartered or working toward CEng status with CIBSE or IET
* 7–10 years’ experience within a UK building services consultancy
* Strong technical design skills with a proven ability to deliver across multiple sectors
* Excellent communication and client-facing skills, able to build long-term professional relationships
* Confident managing project delivery and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary package: £65K–£75K depending on experience
* Annual bonus and comprehensive benefits package
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Opportunity to lead on high-profile, diverse projects
* Supportive culture with clear progression opportunities toward Associate and beyondBefore You Apply
Do not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
- Bank details.
- National Insurance number.
- Date of birth.
You should not be asked for payment or irrelevant information. If you have concerns about a job advert or employer, seek guidance on how to proceed.
Looking for your next career move? Join a top company hiring Senior Electrical Design Engineer job near me in Manchester, Greater Manchester! This is your chance to work on exciting projects, grow professionally, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to take the next step, this role offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills and make an impact. Don’t miss out—apply today via Vita CV and take your career to the next level!
© Vita CV: Registered in England and Wales (16187919).