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BakerHicks

Principal Engineer - Electrical Building Services

London

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Lead / management
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
24 Oct 2026

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the posting

At BakerHicks, we believe the best engineering solutions are achieved when talented people are empowered, supported and encouraged to grow. As our Electrical Services team continues to expand, we're looking for a Principal Engineer who is passionate about technical excellence, collaboration and developing others.

What you'll be doing

As a Principal Engineer, you'll combine technical leadership with project delivery responsibilities, helping shape both projects and people.

You'll:

Lead electrical building services design on a range of complex projects.

Oversee the production and review of calculations, specifications and technical reports.

Build trusted relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Support project planning, resource management and commercial performance.

Mentor and develop Engineers, Graduates and Technicians.

Contribute to bids, proposals and business development initiatives.

Promote quality, compliance and technical best practice across the team.

What we're looking for

We're interested in experienced engineers who enjoy working collaboratively and creating positive outcomes for both clients and colleagues.

Essential Experience

Electrical Building Services Design experience.

Experience leading projects and managing project delivery.

Strong stakeholder engagement and client-facing skills.

Experience mentoring or leading technical teams.

Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent professional recognition).

Why BakerHicks?

Hybrid and flexible working.

Supportive and collaborative culture.

Opportunity to lead high-profile projects.

Clear progression opportunities.

Strong investment in learning and professional development.

Opportunity to influence and shape the future of the Electrical Services team.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise, leadership and ideas can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.

The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: ( National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK )

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks .

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Benefits

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.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

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)

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Professional development

  • BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.
  • BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

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