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Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer
A well-established building-services consultancy with three UK offices is seeking an experienced **Senior or Principal electrical engineer.
Principal Electrical Engineer to join its growing team. Known for delivering high-quality MEP design, sustainable solutions, and strong client relationships, we offer the chance to work on meaningful projects while progressing your career in a supportive, collaborative environment.
About Us
We are a multidisciplinary MEP consultancy delivering mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design across a broad range of sectors. Our team combines practical contractor experience with strong technical capability, enabling us to provide efficient, buildable, and sustainable solutions. We have a strong track record in energy-efficient system design, BIM Level 2 delivery, and Soft Landings commissioning.
Project Experience As part of the electrical team, you’ll contribute to projects such as:
Residential developments** including multi-storey apartments, mixed-use buildings, and large-scale housing schemes - Extra-care and assisted living facilities** focusing on resilience, safety, and energy efficiency
Commercial, civic, and community buildings requiring modern electrical infrastructure, low-carbon design, and smart-system integration
Sustainability-driven refurbishments and upgrades, improving energy performance and meeting modern compliance standards.
What You’ll Do
Lead electrical design delivery across multiple projects - Develop power distribution, lighting, life-safety, data, and building-services systems - Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers and supporting the wider team - Coordinate with architects, mechanical engineers, and stakeholders to deliver integrated MEP solutions - Ensure designs meet current regulations, standards, and sustainability objectives - Contribute to quality assurance, project reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer within building services - Strong technical knowledge of electrical design, standards, and compliance - Ability to manage projects, communicate clearly, and lead by example - Proficiency in modern design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, lighting calculations) - A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset - Chartered or working toward chartership (highly desirable)
Why Join Us
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits - Clear progression routes, CPD support, and involvement in strategic decision-making - Opportunity to lead impactful, sustainable, and technically complex projects - Supportive culture with cross-disciplinary collaboration - Flexible, modern working environmentDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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