Principal Electrical Engineer in Rhyl

The role of a Principal Electrical Engineer includes:

• Lead and oversee the design, planning, and execution of electrical engineering on projects.
• Work with Motor Control Centres, LV distribution systems, cabling, instrumentation, industrial networks, PLCs, and SCADA.
• Provide design support and guidance for schemes, ensuring all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards.
• Possess a broad knowledge of industry standards and legislation.
• Challenge client specifications appropriately and present and defend solutions to complex problems.
• Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes, including the development and implementation of standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools.
• Act as a technical checker on project documents and undertake technical reviews for projects across teams.
• Manage interfaces and integration of design with other disciplines and production of documentation.
• Actively seek input from other engineers, specialists, client and project team members to improve understanding and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Work closely and collaboratively with commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyond.
• Supervise and mentor graduates and engineers, assisting them to develop knowledge and skills.
• Positively engage with the client, manage relationships and adopt a one-team approach to supporting them in achieving their aims.
• Undertake site reviews to ensure buildability of solutions and integration within existing systems.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Chartered member of a professional institution (e.g., ICE, IMechE) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with water, or wastewater, non‑infrastructure or infrastructure projects.
• Experience of successfully delivering high‑quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Methodical approach to problem‑solving.
• Proactive and pragmatic approach.
• Proficient in delivering results within short timeframes, prioritising tasks and managing time efficiently.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Financial wellbeing:

• MMB match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues, including our annual bonus schemes.
• Annual professional institution subscription costs are covered.

Health and wellbeing:

• Minimum of 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with the ability to buy, sell or carry over leave through a flexible benefits programme.
• Access to life assurance, private medical insurance, critical illness insurance and health screening options.
• Support for flexible working to balance work and personal responsibilities.
• Access to Advanced Employee Networks that support communities of LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers.

Enhanced family and carers leave:

• Enhanced family leave policies, including 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 leave days for those with significant caring responsibilities.

Learning and development:

• Structured development schemes supporting the journey toward professional chartership; fast‑tracked chartership reviews, mentorship, hands‑on experience and tailored training opportunities.

Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future. This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald. It involves working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier‑free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy.