Principal Electrical Engineer (Principal Engineer)
Location: Manchester
Region: Manchester
Category: Scantec Engineering
Job Type: Contract
Salary: Competitive Rate plus can be outside of scope of IR35 pending Determination
Job Reference: JOB-89714
Published: 11-03-2025
Duration: 12 Months+
Expiry Date: 08-04-2025
Country: United Kingdom
Principal Electrical Engineer – Oil & Gas | Nuclear | Power Distribution
Location: Manchester
Sector: Oil & Gas | Nuclear | Power Distribution
Contract Type: Contract
We’re looking for an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering projects across the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, and Power Distribution sectors. From concept studies through to FEED, you’ll provide technical leadership, oversee engineering design, and ensure successful project execution.
This is a client-facing role, requiring a proactive approach to problem-solving, compliance, and technical decision-making. You’ll collaborate with a team of talented engineers in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead electrical engineering activities across all project phases, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
* Prepare, review, and approve engineering documentation, technical designs, and specifications.
* Allocate work within the team, providing technical oversight and mentoring.
* Develop electrical system designs in line with national and international standards.
* Prepare technical specifications and material requisitions for:
o HV & LV switchboards
o Transformers
o UPS systems
o VFDs, Motors, and Power Factor Correction
o Trace-heating and lighting systems
o Power distribution networks, including substations, switchgear, and cabling
* Define installation scopes of work and conduct technical bid evaluations.
* Review supplier quotations and assess technical compliance.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree (BEng/MEng) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it (preferred)
* Proven experience in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, or Power Distribution projects
* Strong knowledge of national and international electrical standards (IEC, BS, IEEE, etc.)
* Experience with electrical design tools and power system analysis software
* Ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and deliver complex projects
If you’re a Principal Electrical Engineer looking for your next challenge, apply now or reach out for a confidential chat! Email me at shas@scantec.co.uk or call me on 0151 666 8929.
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