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TT
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Water Industry
Tetra Tech Brighton, UK
Lead electrical design for UK water infrastructure - Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Water) Purpose and scope of the role: Tetra Tech's Water Consultancy is seeking multiple Principal Electrical Design Engineers to lead technical delivery across major long-term water industry frameworks UK-wide. You will produce, review and approve intricate electrical designs, specifications, calculations and construction documentation for process plants, pumping stations and ancillary assets. Daily activities include design leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, client engagement and oversight of digital design workflows. Projects include a £100 million, 10-year United Utilities framework and a broad AMP8/AMP9 portfolio comprising multi-million-pound capital schemes. You will provide technical assurance and mentor teams of engineers, modellers and data analysts. Your impact in this position: In the short term you will assure technical quality and deliverable...
Ganymede Solutions
16 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Principal Electrical Design Engineer
Ganymede Solutions Manchester, UK
Principal Electrical Design Engineer Building Services Manchester Birmingham London Leeds Permanent £65,000 - £75,000 Are you a Principal Electrical Design Engineer looking for your next permanent opportunity within the building services sector? We're recruiting for an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join an established and growing engineering design team, working across complex and high-value projects and delivering sustainable, compliant and cost-effective electrical design solutions from concept through to construction. If you're looking for a senior technical position where you can lead multidisciplinary teams, drive design excellence and play a key role in the continued development of a growing engineering function, this could be the perfect fit. You'll be responsible for: Leading the delivery of electrical engineering works, managing all aspects of building services engineering and ensuring coordinated solutions across disciplines. Managing...
Search Consultancy Ltd
12 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Principal Electrical Design Engineer
Search Consultancy Ltd London, UK
Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Principal Design Engineer to join a growing Building Services consultancy. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level engineer looking to lead the design and delivery of complex projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, industrial, and mixed-use developments. You will play a key role in managing project teams, overseeing technical design delivery, developing client relationships, and mentoring engineers while ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards. Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to completion. Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate with architects, contractors, and external stakeholders. Produce and review detailed engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and technical drawings. Provide technical leadership across HVAC, public health, electrical, or mechanical building...
Eden Brown
19 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Senior to Principal Electrical Engineer - Critical Systems
Eden Brown London, UK
Senior - Principal Electrical Design Engineer City of London Hybrid Working Up to 75k London Building Services Consultancy Design-Led Projects If you're an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking for more ownership, better projects, and a stronger voice in design - this is worth a look. This consultancy is known for delivering high-quality, design-led building services engineering, working closely with architects on projects where detail, creativity, and technical excellence are equally valued. Their portfolio spans a range of sectors, with a strong focus on well-crafted, architecturally led schemes. They're now looking for a Senior to Principal Electrical Design Engineer to take a leading role in project delivery and client engagement. The Role You'll play a key role in shaping projects from concept through to completion, with the autonomy to influence both design and delivery. You will: Lead electrical design delivery across a variety of...
Eden Brown
19 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Senior - Principal Electrical Engineer
Eden Brown London, UK
Senior - Principal Electrical Design Engineer City of London Hybrid Working Up to 65k A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join its growing Building Services team in London. This is an opportunity to join a business with ambitious growth plans, a strong reputation across the built environment, and a genuinely collaborative culture where engineers are encouraged to influence projects from the earliest design stages. You'll work on a diverse range of projects across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, science & technology and public sector developments, collaborating closely with architects, sustainability consultants and other engineering disciplines to deliver high-quality, low-carbon designs. The Role As a Senior or Principal Engineer, you'll take ownership of projects from concept through to completion, acting as a key technical lead and trusted...
VE
15 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Electrical Design Engineer
Vital Energi London, UK
Electrical Design Engineers (project Delivery) Senior & Principal Help shape the UK's energy transition. Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects, Vital Energi's Electrical Project Delivery team is looking for Senior and Principal Electrical Design Engineers to join our teams in London, Blackburn or Glasgow. We are currently looking for: Senior Electrical Design Engineers Principal Electrical Design Engineers The Company Vital Energi is one of the UK's leading providers of renewable energy and low-carbon infrastructure, delivering innovative engineering solutions that are helping transform the nation's energy landscape. For over 30 years, we have been at the forefront of delivering complex, large-scale energy projects that support the UK's transition to Net Zero. Our teams design, build and operate critical infrastructure that powers hospitals, universities,...
URENCO UK Ltd
08 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Electrical Engineer
URENCO UK Ltd Capenhurst, UK
Help us to make a world of difference Urenco is a global leader in the production of low-carbon energy, playing a critical role in delivering secure, reliable nuclear fuel solutions worldwide. We are focused on enabling the sustainable generation of electricity for customers around the world while operating to the highest environmental, social, and regulatory standards. In addition, as part of a strategically important industry, Urenco is now required to support the UK Government in exploring options to re-establish nuclear fuel capabilities to produce reactor fuel for defence purposes. To support this new project, we are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Capenhurst/Birchwood site. In this role, you will work within our Government Services function as a key interface between site teams and Group stakeholders to ensure effective planning, coordination, and delivery across complex programmes. At Urenco, we're committed to helping you be your best. If you...
URENCO UK Ltd
08 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal C&I Engineer
URENCO UK Ltd Capenhurst, UK
Help us to make a world of difference Urenco is a global leader in the production of low-carbon energy, playing a critical role in delivering secure, reliable nuclear fuel solutions worldwide. We are focused on enabling the sustainable generation of electricity for customers around the world while operating to the highest environmental, social, and regulatory standards. In addition, as part of a strategically important industry, Urenco is now required to support the UK Government in exploring options to re-establish nuclear fuel capabilities to produce reactor fuel for defence purposes. To support this new project, we are seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to join our Capenhurst/Birchwood site. In this role, you will work within our Government Services function as a key interface between site teams and Group stakeholders to ensure effective planning, coordination, and delivery across complex programmes. At Urenco, we're committed to helping...
Unipart
08 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Advanced Engineering Lead
Unipart Coventry, UK
Advanced Engineering Lead Senior Advanced Engineering Lead - Advanced Manufacturing Scale-Up ( assembly with electrification and injection moulding inputs) Coventry Up to £70,000 plus car/car allowance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, bonus, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role Unipart Manufacturing is launching a flagship, fast-paced manufacturing project in Coventry, combining high-volume electrification assembly with complex injection moulding inputs. Fully aligned with Unipart's Sector and Growth Strategy and The Unipart Way Forward Plan, this critical project will scale from zero to over 200 employees within just four months. We are seeking a high-calibre Senior Advanced Engineering Leader (Engineering Manager) with deep technical expertise in electrification and injection moulding assembly. Reporting directly to senior executive leadership, you...
OU
07 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer
Outsource UK Cowes, UK
Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer Location: Cowes 3/4 days on site Duration : 6 Months - Scope for extension or permanent offer Contract Role - Starting Soon Rate: Hourly rate: £51.86 PAYE / £70 Umbrella Inside IR35 Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a focus on thermal systems? Join BAE Systems Naval Radar as a Principal Thermal Mechanical Engineer , delivering cutting-edge radar solutions to the Royal Navy. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic team, influence product performance and mentor engineering talent. What you'll do: Conduct peer reviews and verify engineering tasks to ensure compliance with standards Identify and resolve product lifecycle issues, leading change activities to maintain compliance Establish and manage qualification requirements during build, test, and commissioning Serve as a subject matter expert, coaching and mentoring team members Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and...
Rullion Ltd
06 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Senior/Principal/Mechanical Design Engineers - Water Design
Rullion Ltd London Colney, St Albans, UK
Senior/Principal/Mechanical Engineer My client is an engineering design consultancy working closely with a wide range of clients, across a number of disciplines within the UK rail and utilities industries. Full time role from the St Albans Office with occasional site visits for which travel expenses will be paid. Hybrid working possible when required provided agreed in advance. Can be contract (outside IR35) or permanent role. Responsibilities: Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Produce design calculations and drawings for the water industry Direct and develop CAD technicians. Prepare scopes for and check output of subcontract M&E design teams Liaise with, prepare specifications for and review tender responses from equipment suppliers and manufacturers Prepare design investigations, reports and specifications. Design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and group standards. Ensure project change for...
Rullion Ltd
06 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Senior/Principal/Head of Mechanical Design Engineers - Water
Rullion Ltd Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester, UK
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Mechanical Discipline Lead - Water Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35) The Opportunity Our client is a growing engineering design consultancy delivering multidisciplinary projects across the UK water, rail and utilities sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineers, Principal Mechanical Design Engineers and Mechanical Discipline Leads to join their Manchester-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Mechanical Engineers with a background in the UK water industry to play a key role in delivering major clean water and wastewater projects. Depending on your level, you'll combine hands-on engineering design with technical leadership, mentoring and discipline governance, helping to shape engineering excellence across multiple water industry frameworks. Working...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Tamworth, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs London, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Leeds, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Bristol, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Exeter, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Lancashire, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Glasgow, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
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