Associate / Principal Electrical Engineer - Wales, Birmingham & Bristol

MOTT MACDONALD; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking experienced electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (EICA) engineers in Cardiff and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include design tasks across various water projects such as treatment and distribution. The role offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension matching contributions

Annual bonus schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified to HND level or higher in electrical, electronic or control engineering.
• Experience in electrical and/or control engineering design/consultancy.
• A team leader capable of managing and motivating individuals.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a wide range of EICA tasks including design and system assessments.
• Work in close partnership with clients and contractors.
• Manage design delivery and projects.

Skills

Electrical and control engineering design

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Technical knowledge development

Project management

Education

HND level or higher in relevant discipline

Master's degree in electrical engineering (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Location/s: Cardiff, Newport, Birmingham, Bristol; UK. Relocation supported: Not supported, but internal applications are welcome. Recruiter contact: Nicola Coyle.

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering work that defines our future and has a societal impact. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience, you’re surrounded by global specialists who champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we aim to empower, include, and value everyone. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

About the business division

The Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald\'s centre of excellence for responding to the UK and Ireland\'s water and wastewater challenges. The work we do ensures safe water supplies, prevents urban flooding, and improves rivers and coastal environments. Our multi-disciplinary teams provide services across the full project life cycle, from advisory services and feasibility studies to outline and detailed design. We deliver best-in-class solutions to clients while offering diverse and technically stimulating opportunities to our people.

Overview of the role

The Division has ambitious growth plans in line with AMP8 (2025-2030) investment needs. We are expanding and have opportunities for experienced electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (EICA) engineers in our offices in Wales, Birmingham and Bristol.

We work on a wide range of design projects including:

• Water treatment
• Water distribution and storage
• Wastewater recycling
• Industrial process water
• Desalination
• Irrigation
• Hydropower
• Flood defence

We cover all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning to handover. We provide specialist technical support to colleagues across our global business, offering opportunities to engage in diverse and technically challenging work. Our clients include most UK water utility companies and many other governmental organisations and private companies in the UK and overseas. We have contributed to projects such as the Leeds flood alleviation scheme, carbon management tools for Wessex Water, High Speed Rail 2, Thames Tideway, and strategic pipelines for Anglian Water.

You will undertake a wide range of EICA tasks, typically including:

• Electrical power distribution design
• Control system design
• Specifying local renewable and back-up generation systems
• Developing plant layouts
• Cabling and installation design
• Instrumentation selection
• Lightning protection assessments
• Writing system control strategies
• Factory and site acceptance tests of equipment

You will work in close partnership with clients and contractors, building strong relationships that enhance the company\'s reputation and help secure further work. You will have opportunities to develop your career in the direction of people management, commercial success, or technical excellence, depending on your strengths and interests.

Candidate specification

We are looking for a driven individual, keen to make a difference in the sector, take wide responsibilities and progress professionally.

Essential:

• Qualified to HND level or higher in electrical, electronic or control engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in electrical and/or control engineering design/consultancy
• Strong communication skills to interact with other disciplines and clients, and to develop and promote the team
• A capability to manage design delivery and projects
• A team leader capable of managing and motivating individuals to consistently delivery
• Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks
• A drive to be abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions

Desirable:

• Master\'s degree in electrical, electronic or control engineering or a related discipline
• Chartered status with a recognised Professional Institution
• Experience of working in the water and/or wastewater industry
• Good understanding of pipeline hydraulics, and water and wastewater treatment processes

Experience in the UK water sector would be advantageous although not necessary.

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision stems from changes to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

Agile working

We offer a hybrid working policy that supports you to work in a way that meets client, team, and personal commitments.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.

Accessibility

If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact [e-mail] to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support everyday health costs and treatments.
• Access to Peppy for menopause support for all UK colleagues.
• Wellbeing program and support for you and your family.
• Salary flexible benefits with extended options for family cover.

Financial wellbeing

• We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance up to 4 x basic salary (option to increase to 6 x).
• Income protection and return-to-work support for long-term illness or injury.
• Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance, critical illness insurance, payroll saving, and will writing.
• Annual bonus schemes as part of sharing business success.

Lifestyle

• Minimum 33-35 days holiday per year, with holiday buy/sell options.
• Holiday entitlement increases to 35 days after 5 years of service.
• Employee saving schemes and retailer discounts.

Enhanced family and carers leave

• 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave, two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to five additional days leave for significant caring responsibilities, two paid.

Learning and development

• Primary annual professional institution subscription.
• Opportunities to enhance technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.

Networks, communities, and social outcomes

• Opportunities to join groups including Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
• Opportunities to contribute to communities through social outcomes.

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