Principal Electrical Engineer
2 weeks ago
Role: Principal Electrical Engineer Location: Glasgow or London, Hybrid (Required to be in the office 2/3 times a week) Salary: £60-80,000 Benefits (Based upon location and experience) Our client, a prominent engineering consultancy, is expanding their UK team to address growing demand for critical infrastructure projects across the EMEA region.
They are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to support various power and renewable energy projects, including Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Waste-to-Energy, and Data Centre design.
This role is ideal for an electrical engineering professional skilled in high voltage systems and grid connections who is looking to work within a collaborative and innovative environment.
Role Overview As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will lead global design teams, managing project deliverables including drawings, single-line diagrams, and engineering studies.
This role will focus on balance of plant, grid connection, and transmission infrastructure, as well as mentoring Graduate Electrical Engineers.
Your expertise will also contribute to bid proposals, tendering, and client interfacing, ensuring quality project delivery.
Key Responsibilities Lead complex engineering deliverables for multiple projects, ensuring compliance with UK Grid Code and other regulations.
Oversee the selection of equipment and materials, managing budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
Prepare and review engineering calculations and documentation.
Serve as a technical expert, providing guidance on Solar PV, BESS, high voltage substation design, and transmission infrastructure.
Support bid preparation and provide technical input for EPC contracts.
About You Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
Significant experience on UK electrical engineering projects with an understanding of UK Grid Code and relevant HV systems.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and managing multiple projects.
Knowledge of high voltage (HV) systems and experience in substation design.
Desirable Skills Prior experience with Solar and BESS projects, and data centre design.
Familiarity with AIS or GIS systems at 220 kV and above.
Proficiency in Protection & Control design and SCADA/Telecom architecture.
Knowledge of DNO processes, EHV cable systems, and transmission lines.
Strong understanding of construction, procurement, and contract administration.
If you are interested in this Principal Electrical Engineer position based in Glasgow or London, please get in touch.
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