An established and well-regarded building services consultancy is now looking for a Chartered Principal Electrical Engineer to join their expanding team based in Leicestershire. This is a senior position reporting directly to the Director of Building Services and offers the opportunity to take a leading role in delivering complex, design-led projects.

As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will be joining a team that prides itself on technical excellence, client satisfaction, and sustainable design. You will not only manage projects but also collaborate closely with clients and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Lead the electrical design across a wide range of building projects, including those in Healthcare, Commercial, Education, Industrial, Retail, Hospitality, and Leisure sectors
• Design and specify all electrical systems, such as power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, small power, and security systems
• Undertake calculations for electrical distribution and lighting using industry-standard tools
• Attend and contribute to client and design team meetings, representing the business professionally and effectively
• Manage the electrical design process, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met
• Support and mentor junior engineers, while coordinating CAD and design resources to deliver integrated solutions

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

• A degree or HND in Electrical or Building Services Engineering
• Chartered status with CIBSE or IET
• At least 10 years of industry experience, ideally within a consultancy, although a contractor background will also be considered
• A strong working knowledge of British Standards, CIBSE guidelines, and the IET Wiring Regulations
• Proficiency in Amtech and Relux, or similar design software
• A high level of attention to detail, combined with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• The ability to work independently, as well as manage and guide junior staff
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a proactive and solution-focused mindset

What’s on Offer

In return, you can expect:

• The opportunity to take ownership of major, design-focused projects
• A collaborative, supportive working culture where your expertise will be valued
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression into leadership roles
• A varied and engaging workload across multiple sectors
• Potential for flexible or hybrid working, depending on project and team needs

If this looks of interest to yourself or someone you know, please do get in touch today!