Senior or Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer
Various locations across England
Competitive Salary and Benefits
On behalf of our client, a global employee-owned professional services organisation, we are recruiting a Senior / Principal Electrical Consulting Engineer to join their expanding team. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically complex and high-profile power sector projects.
About the Organisation
Our client is a global network of multi-disciplinary professionals providing integrated engineering, environmental, design and construction solutions. The business is wholly owned by its people, the business comprises more than 10,000 professionals operating from over 200 offices across five continents. Their future-focused and innovative approach supports communities worldwide, helping to build resilience and sustainability for generations to come.
The Role
This position is well suited to an experienced electrical engineer looking to progress their career within a consulting environment. The role combines specialist technical delivery with exposure to client engagement, advisory work and project leadership within the power sector.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting and leading the delivery of electrical engineering projects across distribution and transmission systems
Producing and reviewing technical specifications, FEED studies and concept designs
Acting as Owner’s Engineer and providing technical advisory and due diligence support
Undertaking cable system design, substation design (grid and distribution), and electrical equipment specification
Supporting tendering activities, bids and proposals with technical input
Assisting with site-based activities, including FAT, SAT and commissioning
Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and contributing to team development
Skills and Experience Required
Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum; MEng/MSc desirable)
Strong understanding of the UK electricity system and its regulatory and stakeholder environment
Experience in the design, specification, construction, operation or maintenance of distribution and transmission networks
Knowledge of key electrical equipment, such as: High-voltage plant and equipment (switchgear, transformers, harmonic filters, dynamic reactive compensation), Power cable system design and specification, Gas and air insulated switchgear, Transformers, Harmonic filters and reactive compensation equipment
Previous project delivery experience, either leading or coordinating technical tasks
Working towards or already holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the IET or equivalent
Package and Benefits
Competitive salary, aligned to skills and experience
Hybrid working to support work–life balance
25 days annual leave, with the option to buy up to four additional weeks
Pension scheme, medical insurance and income protection
Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies
Voluntary benefits including cycle-to-work, gym discounts and retail savings
Access to employee networks and wellbeing resources
Clear career pathways across technical excellence, client leadership or project management
International opportunities across a global network
Full support towards achieving and maintaining professional registration and chartership
This is a strong opportunity for an Electrical Engineer seeking long-term career development within a globally recognised, employee-owned consultancy delivering critical energy infrastructure projects.
Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Electrical Engineers looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included