Job Description

Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a successful West Yorkshire business, to help them recruit a Principal Electrical Design Engineer.

Our client is a well-established designer and manufacturer of bespoke electrical control panels and systems. They have a long history of delivering high-quality solutions to a diverse range of industries. Their mission is to enable seamless operation of complex control systems through expert engineering and craftsmanship.

Privately owned and operated, the company prides itself on a collaborative team culture and the dedication, skills, and experience of its workforce.

The Opportunity
Our client is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead their design team and play a pivotal role in the ongoing development of their engineering capabilities. The successful candidate will head a team of five design engineers and work closely with manufacturing and estimating departments to deliver innovative, reliable solutions across a varied client base.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership position with the opportunity to shape the future of the design function within a growing, forward-thinking business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, and execution of control panel projects ranging in scope and complexity.

• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

• Drive improvements in cost, quality, and efficiency through data-driven processes and KPIs.

• Identify and implement new technologies and innovations to strengthen customer experience and create market advantage.

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring high standards of service and technical delivery.

• Provide technical governance and problem-solving across both design and manufacturing operations.

Candidate Profile

• Strong technical background in electrical components and systems, ideally within the control panel sector.

• Proficient in CAD software and associated engineering support tools.

• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing change in a quality-focused environment.

• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence at all levels.

• Excellent communication skills, both internally and with customers ranging from SMEs to large corporations.

• Knowledge of PLCs and software programming is advantageous but not essential.

The ideal candidate will bring a positive, solution-oriented mindset and a desire to contribute to the continued growth and innovation of the business.

What's in it for you?

Professional Development
The company is committed to supporting career growth through ongoing training, mentoring and pathways to professional accreditation.

Diversity & Inclusion
As a skills-based employer, our client values diverse backgrounds and is committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees are supported to succeed.

Health & Wellbeing
Benefits include access to a healthcare cash plan (covering GP services, prescriptions, eye care, and complementary therapies), as well as tailored workplace adjustments to promote employee wellbeing.


For more information, please contact Steve Barnett or Jack Heffren at Elevation Recruitment Group.