Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Our client, a leading consultancy in the construction and rail sector, is currently seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in London on a contract basis. This position involves working on the prestigious HS2 project, with our client acting as the design partner for BBV on OOC. This role is outside IR35 and offers a 6-12 month engagement with significant responsibilities in the design of M&E systems in a tunnels environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production and approval of design concepts, drawings, specifications, and other technical documents
• Establishment of internal design standards and processes to achieve continuous improvement in quality and efficiency
• Collaborating within project teams to achieve project objectives
• Supervising and approving the work of others, and signing off design certificates
• Preparing, checking, and approving feasibility studies and detailed design technical reports
• Implementing effective and innovative design solutions to meet technical and project requirements
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation, particularly CDM regulations
• Managing project-related correspondence effectively

Job Requirements:

• Experience in leading electrical services design within the built environment or transport infrastructure
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary issues associated with E&P and/or the built environment
• Previous experience in delivering electrical design packages for railway and/or highways tunnel environments
• Familiarity with contract conditions, processes, and procedures
• Proficiency in programming, delivery, budgets, and timescales
• Knowledge in the application of safety standards and CDM regulations
• Experience in line management
• Knowledgeable in relevant design software
• Relevant degree and membership of a professional body, such as ICE, IET, IMechE
• Professionally qualified Chartered Engineer

If you are an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer looking for a new contract opportunity within the rail sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in London.