Principal Design Consultant

Engineering

Principal Design Consultant

What will this job do to improve your life?


This position will place you at the forefront of the energy transition, allowing you to shape the design of secondary systems on major projects. It will give you the opportunity to showcase your expertise, influence key design decisions, and build a reputation as a trusted authority in the industry. This highly visible role will not only elevate your career but also provide the satisfaction of contributing to sustainable infrastructure and reliable energy supply.

About the role


Reporting into senior leadership, you will act as the subject matter expert across secondary systems. You will collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and field teams to ensure project delivery is safe, compliant, and efficient. With a focus on secondary electrical systems, you will guide and review technical outputs while providing mentoring and leadership across the team.

Duties

  • Lead design strategy and direction for secondary systems

  • Provide expert advice to design and project teams

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards

  • Mentor and develop engineers within the team

Skills and experience

  • Strong background in secondary systems design for energy or utilities projects

  • Chartered status or working towards it

  • Track record providing technical leadership and mentoring

  • Relevant degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements

  • Long-term career pathways with leadership opportunities

  • Support for chartership and ongoing professional development

  • Inclusive and collaborative team culture

Company & culture
Our client is a leading organisation in the energy infrastructure sector with a strong pipeline of projects. They are known for their supportive culture, technical excellence, and commitment to sustainability. Working here means joining a forward-thinking environment where your expertise is valued and your career can flourish.

If you are interested in this position, please apply here or contact Vinova for a confidential discussion.

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