Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer – Atkins

Réalis

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Réalis.

Shape the future of our cities and environments. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone has a voice and together we face our clients' challenges head‑on. It’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions. Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Electrical Engineer and play a vital role in every aspect of electrical engineering on transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of electrical engineering across multiple challenging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education, delivering industry‑leading solutions through the entire project lifecycle.

• Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, delivering high‑quality results.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet key project milestones and programmes.
• Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

• Chartered Electrical Engineer.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Sound knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres/switch gear, electrical installations and systems within industrial/process environments, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX installation practice, production of SLD/BCDs, earthing and bonding and familiarity with current UK design standards and industry‑specific practices.
• Proficiency in designing with appropriate digital analysis packages, following local and national guidance; e.g. electrical design software such as Trimble/Amtech.

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Benefit from a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development, and balance a great job and fulfilling personal life with our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances.

Atkins

Réalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems, working across various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer. If applying, do not refer to or include details of any current or previously held security clearance in your application or CV.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology