Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services)
Jersey, Channel Islands
Competitive Salary and Relocation Package
Overview:
We are currently recruiting for our client for an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer that will act as the senior technical authority for electrical building services design.
This is an exciting role working on the island of Jersey and will be involved in designing, managing, and supervising electrical building services projects. Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership, design assurance, and expert technical input across complex projects, supporting commercial performance, client relationships, and the development of engineers within the team.
This senior technical position maintains high technical standards, ensures compliance with statutory and industry requirements, and contributes to sustainable growth and reputation. The role is a key step toward Associate Director or Director-level positions, influencing project outcomes and shaping the technical direction of the business.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Act as design authority for electrical engineering across multiple projects and sectors.
Lead, undertake, and review complex electrical designs including LV/HV systems, lighting, emergency lighting, power distribution, standby generation, UPS, earthing, lightning protection, and specialist systems.
Set and maintain technical standards, specifications, and design procedures aligned with CIBSE, IET, British Standards, and relevant statutory requirements, including local bylaws.
Provide technical direction during feasibility, concept, detailed design, and construction stages.
Conduct independent technical reviews, surveys/audits, progress monitoring, snagging and dilapidation inspections, and peer reviews of project outputs; prepare concise written reports.
Resolve complex technical issues and provide expert advice internally and externally.
Lead project delivery teams to ensure electrical design outputs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Contribute to project planning, resource forecasting, and risk management from an electrical discipline perspective.
Identify and manage technical and commercial risks associated with electrical systems.
Provide technical input into fee proposals, bids, and scopes of service, including defining deliverables and assumptions. Support change control processes for scope variations.
Act as a senior technical interface with clients, architects, contractors, and statutory authorities.
Lead or support technical workshops, design reviews, and value engineering exercises.
Mentor and coach engineers across all levels; support development toward MIET and Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
Promote a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Implement Health and Safety risk assessments and method statements.
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and industry best practices through regular Continued Professional Development (CPD).
Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications & Training:
Skills:
Flexible, proactive approach and strong team member
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong project management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience with Dialux, 2D AutoCAD, 3D Revit BIM, Amtech, EOM, and other relevant specialist software
Clean driving license
Level of Experience:
15+ years of industry experience as an electrical design engineer
Proven experience in end-to-end project delivery
Qualifications & Training:
Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
Member of the Institution of Engineering & Technology (MIET) and/or Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (MCIBSE)
Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration
Other Qualities:
Professional, approachable, diplomatic, tactful
Collaborative team player
Insightful, self-aware, and relationship-oriented
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