At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical design on exciting water projects from concept to commissioning.
- Company: Join Mott MacDonald Bentley, a leader in integrated design and build.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33+ days holiday, flexible working, and a competitive pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable water solutions while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and chartership required; experience in water projects preferred.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
About Mott Mac Donald Bentley
Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business that combines the design expertise of Mott Mac Donald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley.
We deliver award‑winning water and wastewater projects throughout Scotland, working on major upgrades, networks and resilience schemes.
Scope of Role
As a Principal Electrical Engineer you will shape the electrical aspects of projects from concept design through to commissioning, ensuring designs meet legislation, standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the design, planning and execution of electrical engineering on projects.
- Provide design support, ensuring all designs are fit for purpose and compliant with current legislation and standards.
- Work collaboratively with commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions across design, construction and beyond.
- Engage positively with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one‑team approach.
- Manage interfaces and integration of process design with other disciplines, producing documentation.
- Act as technical checker on project documents and conduct technical reviews across teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes, including standard designs, sustainable solutions and digital tools.
- Undertake site reviews to ensure buildability and integration within existing systems.
- Support the mechanical engineering team, coaching and mentoring engineers and identifying the correct resources for projects.
Essential Qualifications
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Chartership (CEng) with a relevant Engineering Institution.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experience in delivering high‑quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standards.
- Strong communication skills with team members and stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel to sites across the operational region.
- Experience in water or wastewater projects.
Benefits
- Financial Wellbeing
- MMB matches employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
- Participation in annual bonus schemes.
- Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
- Health and Wellbeing
- Minimum 33 days holiday per year, including public holidays, with flexible carry‑over and purchase options.
- Life assurance, private medical insurance, critical illness insurance and health screening options.
- Flexible working arrangements for work‑life balance.
- Support for family and carers leave, including maternity, adoption and paternity/partner leave.
- Learning and Development
- Structured development schemes supporting the journey toward professional chartership.
- Mentorship, hands‑on experience and tailored training opportunities.
- Equal Opportunities
Mott Mac Donald Bentley is an equal opportunities employer.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
For further information, see the Equal Opportunities Policy at https://www. mottmacbentley. co. uk/people.
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Technical Principal Electrical G in Edinburgh employer: Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB
Mott MacDonald Bentley is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle. With a strong focus on mentorship and collaboration, you will have the opportunity to lead innovative water and wastewater projects while benefiting from a competitive pension plan and a supportive work culture that values design excellence and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB Recruitment Team
