Principle Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer £90,000-£100,000Location: North West LondonA leading infrastructure engineering organisation is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to take on a key leadership role across major UK rail infrastructure works. This is a senior position with CEM (Contractors Engineering Manager) responsibility, leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams and ensuring compliance under Network Rail standards.This is a high-impact role for a Chartered Engineer who thrives in complex environments and wants to influence engineering delivery at scale.What's on Offer:- Competitive salary with annual review (£90K-£100K DOE)- Travel expenses covered outside base location- Access to benefits platform including discounts and wellbeing tools- Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance- Strong pension scheme- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown)About the Role:The Principal Electrical Engineer will provide strategic engineering leadership across all MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health, Fire & Communications) systems, taking ownership of engineering assurance, governance, and technical excellence across the programme.You will:- Act as CEM over multiple CRE functions, providing direction and sign-off under NR/L2/INI/02009- Lead technical assurance and design reviews to ensure constructability, compliance and best practice engineering standards- Mentor and assess CRE applications, supporting technical development and engineering governance- Oversee design approvals, calculations, technical submissions and controlled documentation- Engage in HazID, HazOP, HazCON reviews and champion safety-led design- Work closely with CAD/BIM teams to resolve clashes and align digital models with construction methodology- Liaise with installation, commercial and planning teams to ensure engineering intent is delivered on site- Lead technical communication across stakeholders, suppliers and subcontractors- Support procurement and tender documentation from an engineering perspective- Coach and develop future engineering leaders (CEM/CRE pathway)Skills & Experience- Chartered Engineer (IET / IMechE / CIBSE or equivalent)- Proven experience as a Network Rail CEM on major UK rail or infrastructure programmes- Strong background in MEP / Rail Systems / Infrastructure Electrical Engineering- Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams- Expert understanding of Network Rail standards (including NR/L2/INI/02009)- Familiarity with design reviews (CAT I / CAT II), assurance processes and technical documentation control- Strong working knowledge of BIM workflows and engineering governanceDesirable- Experience using tools such as Amtech, ETAP, HEVACOMP, Revit, AutoCAD or Microstation- Knowledge of offsite fabrication and modern methods of delivery- Additional leadership or safety qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, NEBOSH, ATEX/DSEAR)