Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer

Overview

As a Principal Electrical Engineer at Arup, you will lead and own package delivery for diverse building projects, driving sustainable and reliable electrical systems. You join a cross-disciplinary team to shape high-quality engineering solutions and mentor junior colleagues. You’ll manage project scope, budget, and stakeholder communication, while advancing UK and international projects. This role offers progression into technical leadership or project management within a values-driven, inclusive firm.

Pay / Benefits

• Profit Share
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Flexible benefits
• Learning opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to deliver packages of work across multiple project types
• Maintain commercial awareness and oversee projects throughout their lifecycle
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Deliver high-quality technical electrical designs and reviews
• Delegate tasks and manage work allocation with accountability
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and team members
• Operate in a cross-disciplinary environment to integrate with broader solutions
• Progress in career path toward technical leadership or project management
• Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards and industry best practices
• Represent Arup in client meetings and contribute to project governance

Key requirements

• Chartered Engineer status
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Strong track record in electrical & MEP building services design on UK projects
• Proficiency with Trimble Amtech/ProDesign, Dialux, BIM environments (Revit and/or MicroStation)
• Experience designing HV/LV, lighting and lighting controls, fire alarms, security/access control, and renewable energy electrical systems
• Solid knowledge of British Standards and practical installation considerations

• Clear communication
• Team leadership
• Collaborative attitude
• Trimble Amtech/ProDesign
• Dialux
• Revit

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