Electrical Design Manager

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Warrington, Cheshire
  • Sep 05, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Your new companyAre you an experienced Electrical Design Manager, Principal Electrical Engineer or Design Manager ready to lead multidisciplinary engineering projects? We're recruiting for an Electrical Design Manager to join a dynamic team delivering complex infrastructure solutions across the energy, utilities, nuclear, and process sectors.

Your new roleAs Electrical Design Manager, you will:

  • Lead and manage a team of electrical engineers and designers across multiple projects
  • Oversee resource planning, recruitment, performance reviews, and training development
  • Ensure technical quality and compliance across all electrical design deliverables
  • Coordinate with other disciplines (Mechanical, Civil, Process, Automation) to ensure integrated project delivery
  • Manage budgets, schedules, and change control processes
  • Represent the engineering team in client meetings and design reviews
  • Drive continuous improvement and contribute to business growth strategies

What you'll need to succeed

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a line management role
  • 5+ years as Lead EC&I Engineer in multi-discipline projects
  • MEng/BEng in EC&I Engineering (Chartered or working towards Chartership)
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards: BS 7671, BS 7430, IEC 61508/61511, ATEX, DSEAR, LV/HV systems
  • Familiarity with Navisworks and MS Office
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to lead high-impact projects across regulated industries
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

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