Principal Electrical Engineer in Bristol

Principal Electrical Engineer – Data Centres – Bristol

Data Centres are a vital part of modern infrastructure. Our client supports organisations in designing, optimising and future-proofing these facilities to be resilient, cost-effective and energy efficient — while playing an active role in the transition to a zero-carbon economy.

They are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to provide technical, commercial and strategic leadership across complex Data Centre projects internationally, based from their Bristol office.

As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will hold a senior leadership role within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, working closely with sustainability consultants, building physicists, BIM specialists and wider engineering disciplines.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading electrical design delivery across Data Centre projects from feasibility through to completion
• Setting technical direction and ensuring robust, compliant and future-ready electrical solutions
• Providing leadership and mentorship to electrical and MEP teams across multiple projects
• Managing project delivery, financial performance and senior client relationships
• Driving sustainable, low-carbon and net-zero aligned electrical design strategies
• Supporting work-winning activities, client engagement and strategic growth within the Data Centre sector
• Championing digital innovation, automation and integrated design approaches

You will have:

• A degree in Electrical, Building Services or Architectural Engineering
• Chartered Engineer status (IET, CIBSE or equivalent)
• Significant experience leading Data Centre electrical design and delivery
• Strong technical authority across electrical building systems and infrastructure
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary project teams and external consultants
• A clear commitment to sustainable, low-carbon design

You can expect:

• A competitive salary with performance-related reward
• Private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection
• Flexible benefits supporting wellbeing and work-life balance
• Continued professional and leadership development
• A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven culture