Principal Electrical Engineer – London or Newcastle
TRACTEBEL Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy with a proven track record in low‑energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. Through our market‑leading technical expertise we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment while helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero‑carbon built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, offering a broad capability that saves our clients time, money and effort. Our approach is centred on listening to our clients and interacting energetically with fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client‑service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability and attitude.
We are now seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to be based in our London or Newcastle office.
Role Responsibilities
- Responsible for the running of large projects and undertakes a client‑facing role in the development, design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (various building types)
- Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes
- Surveys, tests and carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations
- Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation and operational testing comply with functional specifications and customer requirements
- Day‑to‑day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provision of advice to the client
- Represents the company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractor teams
- Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards
- Leads coordination of engineering services
- Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions
Role Requirements
- BSc/BEng in an appropriate engineering discipline or sufficient equivalent experience
- MCIBSE/MIEE or HND/HNC with appropriate experience or equivalent
- Working towards Chartered Eng status
- Significant experience of specification design for a range of building types
- Sound knowledge and application of key health and safety issues and legislation
- Knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Ability to use it‑based calculation and spreadsheet software
- Good understanding of BS standards, UK regulations and codes
- Ability to prioritise own workload and work to deadlines
- Managerial skills and presentation skills
- Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the RED Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective
- Background in consulting or construction preferred
- Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy
- Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group
Benefits
- 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service
- Holiday purchase and buy‑back scheme
- Hybrid working
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Health care scheme (company‑funded cover depends on level)
- Non‑contractual bonus awards
- Training sponsorship
- Charity volunteering leave
- Wellness days/initiatives
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer
This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer.
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