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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 Stockton-on-Tees office. 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!