Job Description
Principal Electrical Engineer – Data Centres - Bristol
Data Centres are a vital part of modern infrastructure. Our client supports organisations in designing, optimising and future-proofing these facilities to be resilient, cost-effective and energy efficient — while playing an active role in the transition to a zero-carbon economy.
They are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to provide technical, commercial and strategic leadership across complex Data Centre projects internationally, based from their Bristol office.
As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will hold a senior leadership role within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, working closely with sustainability consultants, building physicists, BIM specialists and wider engineering disciplines.
You will be responsible for:
* Leading electrical design delivery across Data Centre projects from feasibility through to completion
* Setting technical direction and ensuring robust, compliant and future-ready electrical solutions
* Providing leadership and mentorship to electrical and MEP teams across multiple projects
* Managing project delivery, financial performance and senior client relationships
* Driving sustainable, low-carbon and net-zero aligned electrical design strategies
* Supporting work-winning activities, client engagement and strategic growth within the Data Centre sector
* Championing digital innovation, automation and integrated design approaches
You will have:
* A degree in Electrical, Building Services or Architectural Engineering
* Chartered Engineer status (IET, CIBSE or equivalent)
* Significant experience leading Data Centre electrical design and delivery
* Strong technical authority across electrical building systems and infrastructure
* Proven leadership of multidisciplinary project teams and external consultants
* A clear commitment to sustainable, low-carbon design
You can expect:
* A competitive salary with performance-related reward
* Private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection
* Flexible benefits supporting wellbeing and work-life balance
* Continued professional and leadership development
* A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven culture