Principal Electrical Engineer

Are you a Principal or Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and system integration?

Do you have experience in the Nuclear, energy or infrastructure sector?

Do you have UK SC clearance?

The opportunity

We re supporting a leading engineering organisation in their search for an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join their team working on high-profile nuclear projects in the UK and internationally. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the future of energy infrastructure within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Remuneration and benefits

On offer to you will be an excellent salary package of: £65,000 £80,000 per annum, alongside this you will also receive Free medical cover and digital GP service, Enhanced parental leave pay and support programmes, Paid volunteering and matched charity donations, Strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and flexible working, support for professional development and chartership

The role

As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you ll provide technical leadership across nuclear new build projects, working closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure safe, cost-effective design and delivery. You ll be a key part of a project-based team, offering both strategic input and hands-on engineering expertise.

Warrington Knutsford Gloucester Newcastle Other UK Locations Considered
Full-time 40 hours per week Flexi Time Available
Hybrid Working: 3 Office Days / 2 Remote Days per Week
Nuclear Sector

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Capture and manage system requirements (e.g. using IBM DOORS).
• Translate project requirements into robust electrical system designs.
• Validate designs through functional analysis, modelling, and simulation.
• Develop and review electrical tests to verify compliance.
• Liaise with external bodies including regulators, clients, and suppliers.
• Ensure alignment with relevant UK and international standards and regulations.

You will have the following qualifications and experience

• Degree or HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards CEng/IEng.
• Background in nuclear, energy, or large-scale infrastructure preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and system integration.
• Proficient in industry tools (e.g. MS Office, ETAP, Aveva 3D).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Must be eligible for security clearance.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking hybrid or flexible working arrangements. Applications are particularly encouraged from underrepresented groups in engineering.

Get in touch now

If you're seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience our client desires then apply now or contact Stuart Cooper.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.