Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer Manchester City Centre Building Services Design | Electrical Engineering | Revit | Project Delivery | Management £55,000 - £62,000 Benefits Full Time | Permanent | 36.25 Hours | Agile Working The Opportunity A leading UK wide MEP consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Electrical Engineer (or an experienced Senior Engineer ready to step up) for their new Manchester office, right in the heart of the city centre. This is a rare opportunity to help establish and lead a new regional team - shaping its direction, recruiting talent, and playing a central role in delivering major residential, hotel, education, and healthcare projects across the UK from their Spinningfields office. If you're a technically strong Principal Electrical Engineer, passionate about leadership, delivery, and sustainable building design - this role offers autonomy, growth, and a chance to have real impact within a very established brand. The Role Lead the electrical design and delivery of multi-sector building services projects. Act as project leader on selected schemes, attend key client meetings, and provide technical presentations. Mentor and develop junior engineers as the team grows. Be a key client contact, developing long-term relationships and repeat business. Play an integral role in growing a high-performance office environment in Manchester. Work closely with colleagues in other offices to maintain consistent quality and delivery. Utilise design software including Revit, Amtech, Relux/DIALux, and the Microsoft Suite. Key Requirements Degree-qualified in Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or HND/HNC with equivalent experience). Chartered or working towards professional status (e.g. CIBSE/IET). Proficient in Revit, Amtech, and lighting design software. Experienced in leading projects from conception through to completion. A natural leader with strong client-facing skills and a passion for mentoring. Knowledgeable in HTMs, British/European Standards, HV/LV systems, and renewable tech. Familiar with BREEAM and low-carbon/sustainable design practices. A strong communicator and collaborator who thrives in a team environment. Why This Role? Be the founding Electrical Engineer in a new city centre office - make your mark. Work on impactful, sustainable, and technically challenging projects. Join a people-first consultancy with over 240 staff across the UK and internationally. Be part of a business that's investing in long-term growth and regional leadership. The Package Details: £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience and scope to go a little higher) Excellent progression potential - path to Associate, Associate Director and Director-level roles Agile/flexible working arrangements Enhanced maternity/paternity/sickness pay Generous annual leave option to buy/sell leave EV scheme, Cycle to Work, Eye Care Vouchers and Employee Assistance Programme Social/team-building budget & opportunities to get involved in charitable initiatives We are recruiting on behalf of a leading building services consultancy. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and shape the future of a growing regional office - submit your CV today or contact me for more information. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, GB

Posted Date: 7/15/2025