Senior Electrical Engineer

MOTT MACDONALD BENTLEY is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley to deliver award-winning projects. With a new eight-year framework with Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, we will deliver projects across the DCC region covering clean and wastewater treatment sites, below-ground assets, reservoirs and nature-based solutions. As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will contribute to projects that significantly impact our environment and communities in the UK water market. You’ll work on projects that keep water flowing and wastewater treated, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of treatment systems.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing electrical engineering designs for water treatment equipment on the client’s site, working with Motor Control Centres, LV distribution systems, cabling, instrumentation, industrial networks, PLCs and SCADA, across new and legacy installations.
• Producing and reviewing technical specifications and schedules for procurement activities, reviewing supplier tender bids and technical submissions.
• Understanding and contributing to design standards, applying client and industry standards.
• Appropriately challenging client specifications and presenting and defending solutions to complex problems.
• Identifying opportunities to improve delivery processes, including development and implementation of standard designs, sustainable solutions and digital tools.
• Acting as technical checker on project documents and undertaking technical reviews for projects across teams.
• Managing interfaces and integration of the design with that of other disciplines and production of documentation.
• Actively seeking input from other engineers, specialists, client and project team members to improve understanding and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Working closely and collaboratively with commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyond.
• Supervising and mentoring graduates and engineers, assisting them to develop their knowledge and skills.
• Positively engaging with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one-team approach to support them in achieving their aims.
• Undertaking site reviews to ensure buildability of solutions and integration within the existing systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Chartered or incorporated member of a professional institution (e.g. ICE, IMechE) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with water, wastewater or infrastructure projects.
• Experience of delivering high-quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standards.
• Clear communication skills with team members and stakeholders.
• Methodical approach to problem-solving and a proactive, pragmatic mindset.
• Proficiency in delivering results within short timeframes, prioritising tasks and managing time efficiently.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Benefits

• Financial Well-being: MMB matches employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Share in the annual bonus schemes as part of an independently owned business. Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
• Health and Well-being: Minimum of 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with flexibility to buy, sell or carry over leave. Access to Life Assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Participation in Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability and parent/carer communities.
• Enhanced Family and Carers Leave: 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, 2 weeks paid paternity/partner leave and the option for shared parental leave. Up to 2 additional paid days leave for those with significant caring responsibilities.
• Learning and Development: Structured development schemes supporting progression towards professional chartership, fast-tracked reviews, mentorship and tailored training opportunities.

Note on Sponsorship – Mott MacDonald Bentley is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.

Other Information: Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint-venture business established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy Mott MacDonald. The role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint-venture business, collaborating with colleagues from both Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley.

Location: Newport, GB – Pentre Maelor, GB Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Water Discipline: Water Job Ref: 10083 Recruiter Contact: Lauren.Hutchinson@jnbentley.co.uk