Senior Principal Electrical Engineer 1 – Mott MacDonald
Join the Energy Unit’s Nuclear, Defence and Civil division as a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer. You’ll lead and deliver projects for the nuclear industry while contributing technical excellence in a collaborative team across the UK.
Responsibilities
* Act as an Engineering Manager, leading teams to meet client requirements on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
* Oversee the electrical building services work on projects, ensuring compliance with company procedures and project standards.
* Maintain adherence to safety and quality standards, manage man‑hour plans, and meet cost and schedule targets.
* Scope and plan electrical building services work, assigning tasks with clear goals for scope, quality, and deadlines.
* Lead and mentor electrical building services teams across various projects.
* Provide input on project planning, execution, budgets, and resource requirements.
* Review and approve deliverables, ensuring they meet quality standards.
* Attend engineering meetings and liaise with clients and other disciplines.
* Ensure compliance with legislation, safety regulations, environmental considerations, and site license conditions.
* Participate in design reviews and HAZOPS, offering advice and expertise.
* Maintain strong client relationships and collaborate with project and engineering managers.
Requirements
* Significant experience in engineering design within a regulated industry (preferably nuclear).
* Proven ability to influence engineering practices and outcomes.
* Experience leading and supervising engineering teams.
* Familiarity with building regulations, current legislation, and industry standards.
* Proficiency in software tools such as Hevacomp, Dialux, Amtech Power, AutoCAD, and IES (Revit experience is a plus).
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Degree in a technical or engineering‑related subject (preferred).
* Chartered status and membership of a relevant professional body.
Why Join Us?
* Work on impactful, high‑profile projects in the nuclear industry.
* Collaborate with a supportive, expert team.
* Grow your career in a role that values technical excellence and innovation.
Offers are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance.
Location: Altrincham, Southampton, Derby, Bristol, Glasgow, Reading (multiple sites)
Contract type: Permanent
Job Ref: 12961
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