Location: Glasgow, Brighton, Cardiff, Newcastle, Bristol. Relocation supported: Not supported, but internal applications are welcome. Recruiter: Abhijeet Barpanda. Hiring Manager: Seetharam Anatharam.
About the Energy Unit
The Energy unit delivers engineering and project management services across sectors such as hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewables, and transmission & distribution networks. We support projects from concept and design to construction, operations, decommissioning, and life extension.
About the Role
This position supports our Civil and Structural Team in the UK, working on power plants, HV substations, HVDC Interconnectors, and HV cable projects. We are looking for civil engineers at mid to senior levels with experience in engineering design.
Responsibilities
- Project Management
- Proposal Writing
- Scheme Costings
- Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
- Preparation of drawings for planning applications and tender packages
- Detailed Civil/Structural Design
- Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams
- Preparation of specifications
- Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures for reuse
Requirements
Technical Expertise
- Advanced Structural Engineering Knowledge – deep understanding of load-bearing, material properties, and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, ASCE).
- Proficiency in Structural Analysis Software – SAP2000, ETABS, or similar.
- Experience with BIM technologies and application to project visualization.
Project Management Skills
- Lead structural engineering projects independently; manage timelines, budgets, and quality.
- Write proposals and estimate costs accurately.
- Lead FEED activities related to structural components.
Design Coordination and Collaboration
- Coordinate work with architects, electrical engineers, and other disciplines.
- Resolve design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams.
Attention to Detail
- Prepare detailed drawings for planning applications and tender packages.
- Assess existing structures for suitability and safety, considering reuse options.
Communication and Leadership
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Leadership mindset – guide junior engineers and collaborate with stakeholders.
Experience
- Relevant experience in structural engineering.
- Energy project experience is advantageous.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License – not mandatory but advantageous.
UK Immigration
Mott MacDonald Ltd. are 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.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. Individual expression is encouraged, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
Accessibility
We provide reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants. Contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com for support during the recruitment process.
Benefits
Financial Wellbeing
- Pension match 4.5%–7% of contributions.
- Life assurance equal up to 4× basic salary with option up to 6×.
- Income protection scheme for long-term illness or injury.
- Flexible benefits: increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
- Annual bonus scheme.
Employee Ownership
- No external investors; culture of shared success.
- Employees have a stake and a voice in business, with performance bonuses.
- Stake grows with career and impact.
- Direct pathway to ownership for senior roles.
Health and Wellbeing
- Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
- Health cash plan.
- Access to Peppy – menopause expert support.
- Wellbeing program for individuals and families.
- Flex salary to opt into health benefits extendable to family.
Lifestyle
- Minimum 33–35 days holiday per year, including public holidays; possibility to buy/sell leave.
- Holiday entitlement rises to 35 days after 5 years of service.
- Employee saving schemes and high‑street retailer discounts.
Enhanced Family and Carers Leave
- 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave; 2 weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
- Shared parental leave matches maternity leave – up to 24 weeks full pay.
- Up to five additional days for caregivers, two paid.
Learning and Development
- Annual professional institution subscription.
- Opportunities for technical and soft skill development through mentoring, training, and self‑development.
Networks, Communities, and Social Outcomes
- Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, parents/carers.
- Social outcomes through community engagement.
