Principal Electrical Engineer

Matchtech · West Yorkshire, England

Principal Electrical Engineer at Matchtech, based in West Yorkshire, England, paying £55,000 per annum. This is a permanent role with remote working.

Salary
£55,000 per annum
Location
West Yorkshire, England · Remote
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
18 Oct 2026
Sector
Electrical Engineer

Bang in line with the market for electrical engineer

Reference 583802

About the role

My Client is recruiting for a Principal Electrical Engineer in the Water Sector

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of electrical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of electrical engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.

We currently have opportunities in our Bristol, Surrey, Manchester, Leed, Glasgow and Derby offices (Other locations may be considered).

Your Purpose

  • Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
  • Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
  • Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
  • Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
  • Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

What you can bring

  • Chartered Electrical Engineer.
  • Good Experience in the Water Industry
  • Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
  • Sound knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres/switchgear, electrical installations and systems within industrial/process environment, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX installation practice, production of SLD/BCD's, earthing and bonding and familiarity with current UK design standards, including industry specific standards and working practices.
  • Proficiency in designing within appropriate digital analysis packages, following local and national guidance. E.g. electrical design software such as Trimble/Amtech.

Reference: 583802 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 18 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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