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
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