Principal Electrical Engineer Job at Egis in the UK (London)

Principal Electrical Engineer

Egis in the UK

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United Kingdom , London

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Principal Electrical Engineer to join the Egis Transport Solutions MEPHFC Design Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in rail station electrical services design and coordination. As Principal Electrical Engineer you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. You will lead and manage other engineers and be responsible for the delivery of electrical designs. We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.

Job Responsibility:

Lead, manage, and support a team of electrical engineers, ensuring effective allocation of workload and time management
Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level engineers, helping to build the team’s technical capability
Foster a “get it right first time” culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
Represent the electrical discipline in client and project meetings, promoting collaborative working relationships
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, internal teams, and project stakeholders (technical and non‑technical)
Lead the full lifecycle of electrical design, from feasibility through to detailed design, construction support, and As‑Built documentation
Oversee the production of design markups, drawings, specifications, and schedules, ensuring alignment with standards, client requirements, and industry best practice
Undertake and approve detailed engineering calculations and electrical system design (e.g., lighting, LV, containment, transformer sizing, small power, schematics)
Carry out technical reviews and ensure designs comply with statutory, regulatory, and project‑specific requirements
Manage and review specialist supplier and subcontractor technical submissions for compliance and coordination
Support testing, commissioning, and certification processes where required
Lead design assurance activities, including structured design reviews and technical governance processes
Act as a key participant in coordination sessions, technical workshops, and multidisciplinary design interfaces
Ensure effective integration of electrical systems within a BIM‑driven environment
Produce clear progress reports and communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively

Requirements:

Degree in Electrical Engineering
Member of an engineering institute and professionally registered with the Engineering Council
Sufficient experience in the railway industry
Experience in managing works in accordance with NR‑L2‑RSE‑02009, Engineering Management of Projects
Experience in rail station electrical services design and coordination
Excellent understanding of electrical systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintenance perspective
Comprehensive knowledge of British Standards and Regulations, and rail standards such as Network Rail, HS2, and TfL
Knowledge of engineering software tools including Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux or Relux
Ability to deliver work to a programme and budget
Knowledge of procurement activities and lead times
Excellent leadership skills and mentoring experience
Ability to train and upskill team members
Expert communication, organisation, and collaboration abilities
Proficient at leading meetings and presenting to clients, stakeholders, colleagues, subcontractors, and suppliers
Experience of supporting the organisation to build and grow
Committed to continuous professional development, staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in rail design and engineering
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Nice to have:

Knowledge of design stages and requirements e.g. RIBA, BSRIA, GRIP
Experience of working in an engineering production environment
Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
Experience of working with 3D models in a BIM environment
Experience of producing technical notes, reports, specifications, drawings, schedules and calculations
Ability to find solutions to engineering problems
Proven capability in managing design interfaces and integration processes
Experience of design assurance requirements & processes
Good understanding of relevant legislation such as CDM and CSM
Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project communications
Understanding of project scopes, requirements, works information, and excellent commercial awareness

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Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

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