Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Remote

P&M Recruitment is partnering with a highly respected Building Services Consultancy to appoint a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to support the continued growth of their electrical design team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically accomplished Electrical Engineer who is looking for more than just another design role. The position offers genuine leadership responsibility, complete autonomy and the opportunity to influence both project delivery and the future direction of the electrical department.

Working within a fully remote environment, you will enjoy the flexibility to manage your workload while leading the electrical design of complex residential and high-rise developments from concept through to completion.

The Opportunity

As Principal Electrical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of multiple projects and act as the technical authority for all electrical design matters.

The business is seeking an individual who can combine strong leadership skills with outstanding technical capability. You will be trusted to make decisions, drive technical excellence and help shape best practices across the wider engineering team.

This role provides the freedom to make a genuine impact while working alongside highly experienced Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Engineers on a range of prestigious developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and delivery of multiple projects simultaneously.

• Provide technical leadership throughout all project stages, from initial concept through to construction.

• Review and approve calculations, specifications, schematics, layouts and technical reports.

• Act as the lead point of contact for clients, consultants and contractors.

• Attend and lead design team meetings and technical reviews.

• Coordinate designs with Mechanical, Public Health and Architectural disciplines.

• Ensure technical compliance with current regulations, standards and industry best practice.

• Undertake site surveys, inspections and project reviews where required.

• Drive quality, consistency and technical excellence across all project outputs.

About You

• Proven experience within a Building Services Consultancy environment.

• Strong background delivering electrical designs for residential and high-rise developments.

• Extensive technical knowledge of building services electrical engineering.

• Expertise in power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems, life safety systems and associated electrical infrastructure.

• Strong understanding of Riba Stages 4-7 design and project coordination.

• Previous experience leading projects and managing engineering teams.

• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

• Ability to take ownership of projects and work autonomously.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status desirable but not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Fully remote working with flexibility and trust.

• A genuine leadership position with significant influence over project delivery.

• Complete autonomy to shape and develop the role.

• Varied and technically challenging project portfolio.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Clear prospects for further progression as the business continues to grow.

• A collaborative culture that values technical excellence and innovation.

Apply Today

If you're a technically strong Electrical Design Engineer ready to step into a leadership role where you'll be trusted to make key decisions, influence project outcomes and truly make the position your own, we'd love to speak with you.

For a confidential discussion, contact P&M Recruitment today