Senior Principal Electrical Engineer

Sperton Global AS • Sweden, ME

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer for one of our client in Västerås. In this senior role, you will lead electrical/electronic engineering activities, including planning, design, development, testing, installation, and coordination of electrical systems and automation. You will prepare designs, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and oversee project execution, resource allocation, and performance monitoring. The position involves managing complex engineering projects, working independently with limited supervision, coaching junior engineers, and ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards. This role requires nationally unique competence in electrical engineering, 10+ years of well-documented experience, and advanced knowledge typically gained through extensive work and education.

Requirements

• 10+ years of well-documented experience in relevant electrical engineering field
• Nationally unique competence or documented credentials in specialized area
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), or a post-graduate degree (e.g., Doctorate) or equivalent credentials.
• Fluent in English and Swedish (both spoken and written – mandatory)
• Valid SSG-Entré certificate

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, develop, test, install, and coordinate electrical/electronic systems and automation
• Prepare engineering designs, specifications, schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and resolve operational issues to minimize delays
• Manage resources, contractors, and stakeholders for successful project execution
• Apply advanced engineering principles and tools for reports, analyses, and solutions
• Coach and review work of junior engineers
• Ensure compliance with standards and project objectives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior