Principal/Associate Electrical Engineer Job, Selsdon

I am recruiting for an established Building Services consultancy seeking an experienced Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level Electrical Engineer who wants to take ownership of project delivery, develop client relationships, support business growth and help shape the next generation of engineers.You’ll have the autonomy to lead projects from concept through to completion while working closely with clients, multidisciplinary design teams and senior stakeholders across a diverse range of sectors.The RoleAs a Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across multiple projects while overseeing design quality, project performance and client satisfaction. You’ll be responsible for mentoring engineers, supporting business development activities and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality electrical building services designs.This position offers a genuine opportunity to influence both project outcomes and the wider direction of the business.What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the delivery of electrical building services projects from feasibility through to completion.
• Acting as the primary technical authority on projects and providing strategic design guidance.
• Managing client relationships and serving as a trusted technical advisor.
• Leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Reviewing and approving electrical designs, specifications, reports and technical documentation.
• Overseeing electrical calculations, lighting designs and power distribution strategies.
• Providing quality assurance reviews and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practice.
• Attending and leading client meetings, technical workshops, risk reviews and value engineering sessions.
• Supporting tender reviews, contractor selection and procurement activities.
• Managing construction-stage project involvement including site inspections, technical support and defect resolution.
• Advising clients on sustainability, energy efficiency and low-carbon design solutions.
• Mentoring and developing junior and intermediate engineers.
• Contributing to resource planning, business development and the continued growth of the consultancy.

What You’ll Need

• Significant experience in Electrical Building Services design consultancy.
• Proven experience delivering and leading complex building services projects.
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical building services systems.
• Experience using industry-standard design software including Amtech, Dialux or equivalent platforms.
• Ability to manage client relationships and lead technical discussions with confidence.
• Experience mentoring engineers and supporting team development.
• Excellent commercial awareness and project management skills.
• Chartered status or active progression towards Chartership would be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of current legislation, industry standards and sustainable design principles.

What’s In It For You?

• Leadership position with significant influence over project delivery.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects.
• Clear pathway toward senior leadership and director-level progression.
• Involvement in business strategy, client development and company growth initiatives.
• Support for ongoing professional development and Chartership.
• Collaborative and highly experienced technical team.
• Opportunity to mentor and develop future engineering talent.
• Long-term career stability within a growing consultancy.

Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role would suit an ambitious Principal Electrical Engineer, Associate Electrical Engineer, or experienced Senior Electrical Engineer ready to step into a leadership position. You’ll be joining a business that values technical excellence, professional development and collaborative working, while giving you the platform to make a genuine impact on projects, clients and people.Apply NowIf you’re a Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer looking for a leadership opportunity where you can combine technical expertise, client engagement and team development, I’d love to hear from you.

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