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Principal Electrical Engineer
- Posted 23 October 2025
- Salary £61.5k - 71.5k per year
- LocationMarket Harborough
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Buildings
- ReferenceJO0000061961
Job description
Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to take the lead on high value MEP projects?
Our client, a leading multidisciplinary consultancy with an outstanding reputation across the UK, is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their growing Building Services team. This is a key position for an experienced professional who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and client facing skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of MEP projects valued up to £20M across multiple sectors.Design and specify all electrical systems including distribution, lighting, small power, fire alarm, and security.
- Carry out technical calculations, reports, and reviews to ensure full compliance.
- Represent the company at client and design team meetings, maintaining excellent relationships.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring quality and consistency across project outputs.
What They're Looking For
- Degree or HND in Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
- Chartered Engineer (CIBSE or IET), or working towards chartership.
- Extensive experience in building services design, ideally within a consultancy environment.
- Strong knowledge of British Standards, IET Wiring Regulations, and design software (Amtech, Relux).
- A confident communicator and leader with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
Why Join This Team?
- Competitive salary up to £71,500, plus excellent benefits.
- Access to a pension scheme, professional development funding, and electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
- Supportive, forward-thinking culture that values innovation and teamwork.
Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career.
Contact Leah Rowe by email Leah.rowe@carringtonwest.com or by mobile 07710585518.