Senior Electrical Engineer in Reading

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £650 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth. Engineering is at the very core of what we do. Be it civil, mechanical or electrical, our engineers are based on site and play a practical, hands-on role in the successful delivery of projects.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the electrical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all electrical aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.

The role of a Senior Electrical Engineer includes:

• Manage clients, system integrators and cabling contractors across instrumentation, industrial networks, LVDBs/MCCs, PLCs and SCADA installations, while planning and integrating electrical installation and commissioning works.
• Support pre‑construction through surveys, scoping and procurement input, and oversee construction‑phase activities including outage planning, subcontractor management, programme control and electrical safety (toward AP status).
• Produce SSOW, outage plans and RAMS, and drive Quality Assurance through ITPs, acceptance documents, training materials, completion records and defect management, ensuring strong BS7671 compliance.
• Lead functional commissioning of electrical assets (final circuits, distribution equipment, MCCs), manage “As Constructed” documentation, and support project completion deliverables.
• Develop Electrical Engineers and build strong client relationships, supporting them to achieve project outcomes.

What you’ll need:

• CSCS, ECS or JIB certified.
• SSSTS/SMSTS (or equivalent).
• Working toward professional registration.
• HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with electrical procedures and issuing Electrical Permits.
• Understanding of civil engineering principles and MEICA construction.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings (SLDs, CBDs, terminations, system architecture).
• Knowledge of relevant UK/international standards, including Client and WIMES.
• Strong organisational, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

What would be desirable:

• Experience of AP or SAP.
• Prior experience working with pumps, pipework, valves, screens, scrapers, mixers, blowers would be beneficial.
• Experience of the Water & Wastewater Industry and Tier 1 contracting would also be beneficial.

What’s in it for you:

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs.