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Principal Electrical Engineer

Job description

WRS are looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to work for a Major EPC company based in the UK. We currently have a large number of exciting projects and are looking to grow the Electrical Engineering Team. 

This will be based in their London Offices. Right to work in the UK is Mandatory


The Role 
  • Manage electrical engineering services that meet the clients', its customers' and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
  • Manage electrical engineering project requirements.
  • Participate in relevant meetings, prepare progress reports and comply with required checking procedures;
  • Ensure the project scope is clear and that changes comply with project change management processes;
  • Provide advice during procurement, construction and commissioning activities.  For example, oversee requisitions, technical bid evaluations and purchase order preparation.
  • Act as the electrical engineering Lead on specific projects.
  • Outline project requirements including actively promoting work share, where appropriate, assign tasks and supervise progress.
  • Ensure the required services meet the Clients , its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, on time and within budget.
  • Proactively resolve any discrepancies between the Client and its Customer's requirements.
  • Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in electrical engineering.
  • If required, assist and support junior personnel within the electrical engineering team.
  • Communicate effectively with the electrical engineering team and project stakeholders, including the Customer.
  • Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.
Requirements
  • A recognised and relevant engineering degree.
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status.
  • Relevant postgraduate qualifications in engineering; management, project management or supervisory qualifications or equivalent.
  • Technical and Industry Experience 
  • Excellent technical and practical engineering skills and ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work to the company and its clients.
  • Excellent knowledge of the fundamental requirements of the electrical engineering, and the basic requirements of other engineering fields.
  • Excellent knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory specifications.
  • Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite and electrical engineering specific software.
If you meet the requirements and want to be a part of this exciting project, please apply!