Job title: Principal Electrical Designer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Job published: 16-01-2026
Job ID: 76494

Job Description

Principal Electrical Design Engineer  

Location: North Bristol (hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)
Salary: up to £70,000 pa + benefits

 

Our client is a prestigious global high technology business based in North Bristol

 

As a Principal Design Engineer,  you will play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of delivery of their electrical engineering products.

 

The Role:

 

  • Act as a recognised technical leader, upholding company and industry (e.g. EN) standards and promoting professional best practices.
  • Collaborate across teams to ensure clear specifications and translate requirements into structured, modular designs.
  • Produce and manage technical documentation, while liaising with subcontractors and conducting supplier/site visits as needed.
  • Drive continuous improvement through design tool development, process enhancements, and supporting departmental operations.

 

Skills/ Experience Required:

 

  • Experience within a similar senior Electrical Design Engineer role, ideally with experience of designing machine control systems
  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • Strong communication skills
  • High level of stakeholder management
  • Able to take a lead on projects, mentor junior members of the team

 

Contact David Southwood – CPS Group UK