Principal Electrical Engineer

Lead Engineering Excellence and Drive Innovation in Building Services

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer ready to lead complex projects and inspire engineering teams? An established and forward-thinking M&E consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to spearhead high-profile building services projects and foster lasting client relationships.

Your Impact
You’ll take charge of medium-sized projects from concept to completion, serving as a technical authority and trusted client liaison. Collaborating with architects, contractors, and internal design teams, you’ll shape engineering solutions that stand out in innovation and excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Design and specify electrical building systems, facilities, and components

• Develop and present electrical engineering concepts and final proposals

• Manage and mentor engineering teams and supervise project delivery

• Coordinate project documentation, calculations, QA processes, and client briefings

• Lead client meetings (some international travel may be required)

• Drive technical reviews, audits, and ensure deliverables meet high standards

Who You Are

• 7+ years of experience in building services electrical engineering

• Strong background in project coordination and client-facing leadership

• Degree-qualified in Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)

• Chartered Engineer or actively working towards chartership

• Proficient in project software tools and quality control standards

• An effective communicator with people management and delegation skills

Why Join?
This is more than a job, it’s your opportunity to shape technical standards, mentor future leaders, and become a key figure in delivering innovative projects that make a real-world difference.

Apply now to join a consultancy where your expertise drives success and where you’ll play a central role in building performance and client satisfaction.