Electrical Engineer: Grid & Renewables Lead

MOTT MACDONALD; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Annual bonus

Generous leave

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking Senior/Principal Electrical Engineers for its Energy Unit, Transmission & Distribution. You will lead electrical designs from concept to commissioning for 11kV and 33kV networks across renewables and infrastructure projects.

The role demands strong bid input, governance, and cross-discipline leadership. Reporting to the Project Principal, you will guide technical solutions, manage outcomes, and support junior colleagues while coordinating with internal and external

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent.
• Proven skills in electrical project engineering and design.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for major electrical and multi-disciplinary works.
• Ensure deliverables meet client scope, standards and budget.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to bids and governance.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

LV to 11kV/33kV design

Multi-disciplinary coordination

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Bid/proposals

Communication skills

Education

Chartered engineer

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking Senior/Principal Electrical Engineers for its Energy Unit, Transmission & Distribution. You will lead electrical designs from concept to commissioning for 11kV and 33kV networks across renewables and infrastructure projects.

The role demands strong bid input, governance, and cross-discipline leadership. Reporting to the Project Principal, you will guide technical solutions, manage outcomes, and support junior colleagues while coordinating with internal and external