Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer – Exeter / Plymouth or Cornwall

Salary: Dependent on experience + discretionary performance bonus
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, medical cover, flexible & hybrid working, holiday purchase scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, professional body membership payments, death in service cover

Morva Recruitment is seeking a Principal or Senior Electrical Engineer on behalf of a respected building services consultancy in the South West. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join a well-established business delivering high-profile projects across the region.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in electrical or building services engineering, have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, and be a member of a recognised professional body. You’ll be client-facing, confident in leading projects, and skilled at developing, supporting, and mentoring others.

What we’re looking for:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical or building services engineering (or equivalent), meeting the academic requirements for professional engineer status.

• Proven track record delivering building services designs for both small- and large-scale projects.

• Strong IT skills, with relevant experience in AutoCAD, Revit, NES, Amtech, Cymap and Microsoft Office.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Passion, drive, and ambition to progress your career further.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and spoken English.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage budgets, and make sound financial decisions.

Key responsibilities:

• Support business development by identifying new opportunities, maintaining existing client relationships, and contributing to company growth.

• Act as part of a multi-disciplinary design team to ensure successful, timely delivery of project objectives.

• Prepare budgets based on client specifications and monitor costs to ensure projects are delivered within agreed timeframes and budgets.

• Liaise with clients and external design teams to ensure project success.

• Maintain professional development and stay up to date with industry standards, legislation, and technical advances.

• Prepare specifications, drawings, and contract documents to the highest technical standards, ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and procedures.

• Deliver high-quality electrical building engineering services for buildings and infrastructure.

• Identify and manage scope or schedule changes in line with change control processes, maintaining effective planning and cost control.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer to take on a senior role, working on major projects with a highly regarded consultancy in the South West, while enjoying a supportive environment for career growth.