Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer
Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer

Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer

Edinburgh Full-Time 28800 - 48000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible
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The Opportunity

At BakerHicks, our Electrical team is known for making the complex simple. Providing expert solutions across various niche sectors, they work seamlessly within a multi-disciplinary team, trusted by our clients to deliver inventive solutions to complex technical design challenges. With extensive experience in delivering solutions focused on the design, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical systems, we are able to understand our client's visions and support them in realising the potential of their products. An in-depth understanding of the industry's regulatory and safety requirements means we can control the process conditions and the risks. From feasibility through to decommissioning, we help clients at every project stage and scale, ensuring functional safety throughout.

As our team has grown, we have a number of opportunities for Senior and Principal Electrical Engineers to become permanent members of our friendly, supportive and creative engineering team in our Motherwell office.

About You

  • Value quality and enjoy delivering technically excellent Electrical designs in the built environment
  • Want to take ownership, be innovative, use initiative and are driven by client satisfaction
  • Have experience in coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams
  • Have experience in leading and mentoring junior engineers
  • Hold a relevant degree and chartered or willing to work towards this
  • Eligible to pass criteria for security clearance and airside pass applications

Why this role?

With the opportunity to work in multiple sectors including Nuclear, Life Sciences, Defence and Aviation, you will work on exciting and innovative buildings, often with top-tier architects and clients. Our growing team provides opportunities for progression, where you will be encouraged and supported to develop your role and challenge your skills to explore career paths that help maximise your technical and management skill sets. You will work within a supportive team with the ability to plug into and access our wider network of professionals. You will have the opportunity to see your designs come to fruition through site visits and client engagement.

About BakerHicks

We've been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach.

Benefits

Working at BakerHicks means a chance to make your mark on some of the most exciting projects in our sectors. Whatever your discipline, you'll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. There's also individual performance-related rewards on offer, as well as:

  • Company car or cash allowance
  • Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
  • Life assurance scheme
  • 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
  • Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
  • Family friendly policies
  • Employee assistance
  • Professional development

Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer employer: Morgan Sindall Group Plc

BakerHicks is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in Motherwell, Scotland, where Senior and Principal Electrical Engineers can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects across various sectors, supported by a friendly team and access to a vast network of professionals. Our competitive salary packages, generous benefits, and commitment to professional development make BakerHicks a rewarding place to build your career.
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Contact Detail:

Morgan Sindall Group Plc Recruiting Team

Some tips for your application 🫡

Tailor Your CV: Make sure your CV is tailored to the Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer role. Highlight your experience in delivering electrical designs and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams. We want to see how your skills align with our needs!

Craft a Compelling Cover Letter: Your cover letter is your chance to shine! Use it to express your passion for innovative engineering solutions and client satisfaction. Let us know why you’re excited about joining our team at BakerHicks.

Showcase Your Achievements: Don’t just list your responsibilities; showcase your achievements! Use specific examples of projects where you’ve made a significant impact, especially in complex technical design challenges. We love to see results!

Apply Through Our Website: We encourage you to apply through our website for a smoother application process. It’s the best way for us to receive your application and get you on our radar. We can’t wait to hear from you!

How to prepare for a job interview at Morgan Sindall Group Plc

✨Know Your Technical Stuff

As a Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer, you’ll need to showcase your technical expertise. Brush up on the latest electrical design principles and be ready to discuss specific projects you've worked on. Highlight your experience with multi-disciplinary teams and how you’ve tackled complex design challenges.

✨Showcase Your Leadership Skills

Since the role involves mentoring junior engineers, be prepared to share examples of how you've led teams in the past. Discuss your approach to fostering innovation and client satisfaction, and how you’ve taken ownership of projects to ensure their success.

✨Understand the Company Culture

BakerHicks values a friendly and supportive environment. Research their projects and ethos, and think about how your values align with theirs. During the interview, express your enthusiasm for working collaboratively and contributing to their innovative solutions.

✨Prepare Questions

Interviews are a two-way street! Prepare thoughtful questions about the team dynamics, project types, and opportunities for professional development. This shows your genuine interest in the role and helps you assess if it’s the right fit for you.

Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer
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  • Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer

    Edinburgh
    Full-Time
    28800 - 48000 £ / year (est.)

    Application deadline: 2027-11-05

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    Morgan Sindall Group Plc

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