Electrical Engineering Lead – Water & Wastewater Projects

Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB

City of Edinburgh

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions matched 4.5%–7%
Annual bonus schemes
Professional subscription costs
33 days holiday incl. holidays
Private Medical Insurance
Flexible working

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design across water and wastewater projects in Scotland. You will oversee design, planning and delivery, mentor engineers and ensure compliance with current standards, while collaborating with peers across disciplines.

Based in Glasgow/Edinburgh, this permanent role offers exposure to major schemes, professional development, and a culture focused on safety, performance and client service.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Chartership (CEng) with a recognized Engineering Institution.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Experience delivering high-quality outputs in line with design, quality and safety standards.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
  • Willingness to travel to sites across Scotland.
  • Water/wastewater experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the design, planning, and execution of electrical engineering on projects.
  • Provide design support and guidance for schemes and ensure designs meet current legislation and standards.
  • Collaborate with commercial, operational and construction teams to deliver efficient, practical and safe solutions across design, construction and beyond.
  • Engage with clients to manage relationships and support a one-team approach.
  • Manage interfaces and integration of process design with other disciplines and documentation.
  • Act as technical checker on project documents and conduct technical reviews.
  • Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes including standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools.
  • Undertake site reviews to ensure buildability and integration with existing systems.
  • Support development of the mechanical team, mentoring engineers and allocating resources.

Skills

Project management
Stakeholder communication
Team collaboration
Water/wastewater experience

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering
Chartership (CEng)

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design across water and wastewater projects in Scotland. You will oversee design, planning and delivery, mentor engineers and ensure compliance with current standards, while collaborating with peers across disciplines.

Based in Glasgow/Edinburgh, this permanent role offers exposure to major schemes, professional development, and a culture focused on safety, performance and client service.

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