Principal Electrical Engineer

🚆 Job Title: Electrical Engineers (All Levels – Engineer to Director)

📍 Location: Southwark Design Office (Primary) | Some work at Old Oak Common Office

🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time

Join Us on One of the UK’s Most Iconic Rail Projects

We’re delivering a once-in-a-generation rail infrastructure project at Old Oak Common, the new HS2 super-hub transforming the way people travel in and out of London. Our team is leading the design and delivery of cutting-edge MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health, Fire & Communications) systems – and we’re looking for passionate Electrical Engineers of all levels, from talented graduates to seasoned Directors, to join us on this incredible journey.

Whether you're just starting out, looking to take the next step into leadership, or ready for strategic oversight at Director level – there’s a place for you here.

Why These Roles Are Different

This isn’t just another engineering job – it’s an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, growing and forward-thinking team working on one of the UK's highest-profile infrastructure programmes.

You’ll be supported, challenged, and empowered to make a real difference, while shaping the future of transport in the UK.

What You'll Be Doing (Tailored to Your Level)

Depending on your experience and aspirations, you could be:

• Designing and delivering electrical services for a complex, multi-disciplinary rail environment
• Acting as a CEM (Contractor’s Engineering Manager) or CRE (Contractor’s Responsible Engineer)
• Supporting or deputising for the MEP Associate Director
• Leading and mentoring engineers within your discipline
• Conducting technical reviews and contributing to design assurance
• Managing programme delivery and design coordination
• Upskilling and coaching emerging engineers
• Representing the team in client and stakeholder meetings
• Driving innovation and technical excellence within a collaborative team

What We're Looking For

We're open to electrical engineering professionals at all stages – but ideally, you’ll bring some of the following:

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (or similar discipline)
• Working toward or already hold Engineering Council registration
• Experience in the UK rail sector (rail stations highly desirable)
• Knowledge of key industry standards (Network Rail, HS2, TfL, British Standards)
• Experience in roles such as CRE, CEM, or DPE (advantageous but not essential for junior levels)
• Ability to work across design stages – from feasibility to As-Built
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in software like Trimble/Amtech ProDesign, Dialux, or Relux
• A drive to learn, lead, and contribute to a high-performance team

Why Join Us?

We value great people – and we reward them. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer:

✅ A clear progression path – grow from Engineer to Director

✅ 27 days’ annual leave (rising to 29) + bank holidays

✅ Annual bonus (depending on level)

✅ Private medical insurance (individual or family)

✅ Electric Car & Cycle to Work Schemes

✅ Mobile phone allowance

✅ Workplace nursery scheme

✅ Travel loans, Specsavers vouchers & more

✅ Flexible, hybrid working

✅ Industry-leading training & development

You must have the right to work in the UK.

Ready to power the future of UK rail? Whether you’re an early-career Electrical Engineer or an established Director, we want to hear from you.