Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer

Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer.

Cambridge About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy.

We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few.

Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life.

We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential.

So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality.

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes.

We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

We have a brand-new opportunity for a Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer to join our team based in Cambridge.

The office was established to provide a local presence on our projects.

We have an abundance of expertise and knowledge that is regularly called upon throughout the firm, mainly within complex engineering sectors such as Science and Research and Healthcare.

It's an exciting time to join our Cambridge team.

We are focused on growth, both in the UK and overseas.

We are large enough to provide stability and opportunity, and small enough to recognise our people as individuals.

As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is at the heart of everything that we do.

Guided by our vision, we are passionate in our purpose to positively influence the balance between people and planet.

We deliver high performing buildings which respond to the challenges of climate change whilst creating spaces which meet the needs of modern living.

As a Principal / Associate Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and delivering designs for a range of project types and sizes.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and consultants delivering design solutions of the highest standard for our clients, while securing repeat and new business opportunities.

A critical aspect of this role is to support and develop a team of technically competent, collaborative, and highly engaged team members.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Be responsible for the day-to-day technical delivery of the electrical design services for multi-disciplinary projects across a number of building sectors.
• Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
• Interact regularly with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a communicative, collaborative and timely approach to delivery This is a client-facing role, so you will be attending project meetings and disseminating / translating the brief within the project team.
• Work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
• Mentor and support our ‘next gen’ professionals, including apprentices and graduates.

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Proven experience working as an Electrical Engineer or in a closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects.
• Experience of modern technical delivery processes, and use of relevant software/tools such as BIM, Revit, Electrical OM, Dialux and Relux.
• Demonstrable experience working with clients/contractors / architects in a design-oriented / consultant role.
• Self-awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity
• Experience in supporting others to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence.

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact louiescottodiperta@hoarelea.com .

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail.

From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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