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Clean & Wastewater Infrastructure
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West London | Hybrid / Flexible Working
Permanent
Our client is a leading design and build contractor delivering critical clean and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to sustained growth, they are looking to appoint a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to take a leading role within their London-based team.
This is a senior position offering real influence over technical delivery, standards, and team development within a highly respected water-focused consultancy.
The RoleAs a Principal Electrical Design Engineer, you will:
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Lead the electrical design of clean and wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design
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Act as technical authority for electrical engineering across multiple schemes
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Produce, review, and approve electrical designs, specifications, and calculations
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Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to engineers within the team
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Work closely with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary design teams
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Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and safety requirements
You will ideally have:
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A degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
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Extensive experience in water or wastewater infrastructure projects
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Strong knowledge of LV/HV systems, MCCs, control panels, and associated infrastructure
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Proven experience leading electrical design teams or complex work packages
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Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style
Chartered Engineer status (IET or equivalent) is strongly preferred.
What’s On Offer-
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
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A senior technical leadership role within a specialist consultancy
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Long-term career progression and the opportunity to shape electrical design standards
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior electrical engineer looking to step into a principal-level role within the UK water sector.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
