Location:Exeter – Hybrid
Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 DoE
The Role
A leading design-and-build consultancy is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join a growing team delivering high-impact water and wastewater projects. With the company’s recent appointment to South West Water’s AMP8 framework, this role offers the chance to work on innovative schemes that enhance the resilience and sustainability of critical infrastructure for communities across the region.
You’ll play a key role in shaping electrical design from feasibility through to commissioning, working collaboratively across disciplines to develop practical and future-focused solutions.
Responsibilities
* Leading electrical engineering design across water and wastewater schemes
* Providing technical guidance to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
* Collaborating with commercial, operational, and construction teams to deliver efficient and safe solutions
* Acting as technical reviewer and design checker across multiple projects
* Driving innovation through standardisation, digital tools, and sustainable approaches
* Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and statutory authorities to maintain strong working relationships
* Supporting and mentoring junior engineers to grow technical capability within the team
* Conducting site visits to assess constructability and integration with existing systems
Requirements
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a recognised institution
* Strong technical background in delivering electrical designs in infrastructure projects
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement experience
* A collaborative and pragmatic approach to problem-solving
* Willingness to travel to project sites across the South West
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary (negotiable, based on experience)
* Pension scheme with up to 7% employer match
* Private medical insurance, life assurance, and critical illness cover
* 26 weeks enhanced maternity leave and family leave policies
* 26 days annual leave plus options to buy/sell leave
* Support for professional subscriptions and development
* Cycle to work scheme, gym discounts, and other lifestyle benefits
The Company
You’ll be joining a joint venture that combines engineering excellence with construction delivery. With a turnover of over £500 million, the business is trusted to deliver complex infrastructure that benefits millions of customers across the UK.
The culture is inclusive, flexible, and focused on empowering people to do meaningful work. This is a place where you’ll be encouraged to grow, share ideas, and make a difference to the communities you serve.
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Please note: This employer is currently unable to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
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