Principal Electrical Engineer

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Description This is an excellent opportunity where you will hold the Lead Design Engineer position on one or more Projects in our Energy Sector. Within this sector, Costain delivers projects to industry-leading clients across various phases. Whether it be a concept study, FEED, or ECPcm project, you will work as part of a multi-discipline team to deliver top-quality engineering on time and within budget. Our pipeline offers opportunities to work in diverse areas, from brownfield Oil and Gas assets to cutting-edge Hydrogen production and storage. We also provide opportunities in sectors such as Nuclear, Defence, and Transport. Costain fosters a collaborative and supportive working environment to enable our people to thrive. Responsibilities Provide electrical discipline technical input for projects and proposals, including preparation, checking, and approval of engineering deliverables. Organize discipline staff, allocate work, and ensure delivery against plans. Mentor and develop graduates and less experienced engineers. Produce high-quality electrical engineering deliverables on schedule and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction. Ensure compliance with all applicable national and international codes, legislation, and company/client standards and procedures. Prepare equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, transformers, motors, UPS systems, and other electrical equipment. Prepare installation scopes of work. Review supplier quotations and prepare technical bid assessments. Technical Deliverables Protection grading studies and earthing calculations. Power system analysis, including fault level calculations and load flows. HV and LV cable and equipment sizing. Production of electrical equipment datasheets and specifications. Support during commissioning. Engagement with DNO. Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Electronic, Electrical, Control Engineering); apprenticeships may be considered. Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status. Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements across various industries. Minimum 15 years of engineering experience in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, and/or Water sectors. Extensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards. Competence in installing equipment in potentially explosive process plant areas, with relevant professional accreditation or close to gaining these titles. Ability to work with relevant stakeholders. Focus on business improvement by creating efficiencies, supporting recruitment, promoting the Costain brand, and fostering an excellent working environment. About Us Costain improves lives with innovative, smart infrastructure solutions across energy, water, transportation, and defense markets in the UK. We enhance our clients\’ performance by increasing capacity, improving service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonizing, and increasing efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading smart infrastructure solutions provider, focusing on blue-chip clients driven by national needs, regulation, legislation, or performance standards. We offer services throughout the asset lifecycle, including strategic consultancy, digital technology solutions, asset optimization, and complex program delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Due to high application volume, we cannot provide individual feedback at the application stage but do share feedback after interviews. We are a Disability Confident employer, offering interviews to applicants with disabilities who meet minimum criteria. For more information, visit: Disability Confident Campaign Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Civil Engineering Referrals can double your chances of interviewing at Costain Group PLC. Get notified about new Principal Electrical Engineer roles in London, England, United Kingdom . #J-18808-Ljbffr