Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer

Location London
Discipline: MEP Design
Salary: Up to £70,000 + 37 days Annual Leave
Contact name: George Martin

Contact email: george@elev8-engineering.com
Job ref: 53
Published: 11 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services
Location: London (Office-based, Cannon Street)
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: Up to £70,000


Overview:
With over 40 years in the industry and an average team tenure of 6 years, this established MEP consultancy has built a reputation for engineering-led design, client trust, and long-term career development. Based near Cannon Street with a 75-strong team in London, they deliver complex commercial, education, heritage, and mixed-use projects with precision and purpose.


This is a business where engineers don’t just sit still. Many of the current leadership team joined as seniors and progressed within three to four years. If you’re looking for stability, technical challenge, and a clear route forward, this is your next move.

The Role:
  • Lead electrical design across all RIBA stages
  • Coordinate systems including LV distribution, lighting, fire alarms, small power, and containment
  • Produce and review detailed calculations, layouts, and specifications
  • Attend client meetings and site visits, ensuring delivery aligns with expectations
  • Guide junior engineers and support their technical development
  • Work closely with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Ensure full compliance with BS 7671, CIBSE guidance, and UK building regulations

About You:
  • 5+ years of UK building services experience in electrical design
  • Confident in leading projects and contributing to multidisciplinary coordination
  • Strong grasp of IET Wiring Regs, UK regulations, and relevant design standards
  • Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, and software for lighting and cable calculations
  • Chartered or working towards Chartership with CIBSE or IET
  • Motivated to develop and take ownership of project delivery

What You’ll Get:
  • Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days annual leave plus 12 additional wellness days per year
  • Opportunity to lead complex, high-quality design projects
  • Clear progression plan toward Associate and leadership roles
  • Work in a modern London office near Cannon Street with a collaborative, established team

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