Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer

CompanyRGB Recruitment Ltd

LocationOxford, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/26/2026

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Occupation Type

Electricians and electrical fitters

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

Sponsorship Salary Threshold

£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Senior / Principal Design Engineer (Electrical)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join a national building services consultancy. This is a permanent, full-time position working within an agile and flexible framework, based from a UK office with hybrid working available.

About the role This position sits within a collaborative team of mechanical, electrical and low-carbon engineers focused on delivering high-quality, sustainable building services design. As a national consultancy with a strong UK presence, the business delivers projects across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, public sector and net-zero carbon developments.

The role offers a high level of autonomy, technical responsibility and client interaction, with clear progression opportunities for the right individual.

Key responsibilities

Acting as Project Lead on selected electrical building services projects
Working as part of a wider multi-disciplinary design team on larger schemes

Attending client and design team meetings, including delivering presentations

Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers

Raising and promoting technical excellence within the electrical discipline

Developing long-term client relationships and acting as a key point of contact

Supporting repeat business through strong client care

Delivering technically challenging projects across multiple sectors

Involvement across all project stages from concept to completion

Producing and reviewing drawings, specifications and reports

Producing calculations or guiding others in their completion

Working closely with colleagues to achieve project and business objectives

Experience and qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
Chartered or working towards chartership preferred
HNC / HND candidates with strong design experience also considered
Minimum 3 to 4 years post-qualification experience in building services design
Proficiency in design software including:
Microsoft Office
Relux or Dialux

Amtech

Revit

Strong knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations

Knowledge of HTMs beneficial

Professional membership or working towards membership of CIBSE or IET

Good understanding of HV and LV systems

Experience integrating embedded generation and renewable technologies

Working knowledge of BREEAM

General understanding of mechanical systems to contribute effectively at meetings

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and develop

What’s on offer

Clear career progression and professional development opportunities within a national consultancy
Flexible and agile approach to working
Competitive salary and enhanced family and sickness benefits
Generous annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
Exposure to interesting and technically complex projects
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme
Eye care vouchers
Employee Assistance Programme
Funded team-building and social activities
Opportunities to engage in charitable, educational and community initiatives

Inclusive working environment The consultancy is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and able to reach their full potential. Flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments are actively supported throughout the recruitment process and employment.