Location: Suffolk Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days in office) Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE ( Company Car, Private Medical, Other Benefits) Our client is a prominent engineering services company with a rich history dating back over a century. They are part of a well-established group recognised as one of the leading independent engineering entities in the UK. With a turnover exceeding £500 million and a dedicated workforce of over 3,000 employees, they are at the forefront of delivering innovative engineering solutions across a variety of sectors to lead critical engineering solutions that help achieve the UKs Net Zero targets. Step into a role where your leadership will have a direct impact on the nation's energy future. As a Principal Primary Design Engineer, you will oversee and innovate on projects like the Sizewell C substation builds, contributing significantly to the infrastructure that powers sustainable energy solutions. This full-time role offers a balanced hybrid working pattern with three days of remote work and two days at the office or on-site, ensuring flexibility and efficiency in your professional life. Career Growth: With short-term goals focused on team expansion, this role offers a clear path to potential director-level advancement within the company. Key Opportunities: Leadership Role: Report directly to the Technical Director, while leading a specialised team of three engineers. Qualifications and Skills: Essential Criteria: Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelors or Masters). Chartered Engineer status, or on the path to achieving it. Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience. Proficient in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and 3D CAD. CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) / SHEA (Safety, Health and Environmental Awareness) Power Card; Full UK Driving Licence. Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Mentor and manage the primary design team, setting high standards and ensuring professional development. Project Execution: Oversee the design and delivery of high-voltage substations, ensuring all technical specifications and standards are met. Strategic Involvement: Participate in client meetings, business development activities, and technical proposal writing. Working Conditions and Travel: Hybrid Working Pattern: Work from home three days a week, with two days spent at the office or on-site. Travel: London, Leeds, and Stowmarket, including occasional site visits as needed. Benefits: Competitive Salary Car Allowance Additional Holiday Allowance Robust Pension Scheme Comprehensive Sick Pay Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Flexible Benefits Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Professional Development Opportunities Culture and Team Dynamics: Join a team where innovation, responsibility, and forward-thinking are valued. The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment that fosters professional growth and values contributions to both team and technological advancements. Next Steps: We aim to onboard the successful candidate by Q1 2025. If you are motivated by challenging projects and a desire to lead within a company that values sustainability and innovation, apply now to become part of our future.