Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer - Birmingham, Bristol & Cardiff

Mott MacDonald; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions matched between

Life assurance up to 4× basic salary

Income protection for long-term ill/ih

Flexible benefits

Annual leave 33–35 days

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer to join the Water Utilities Division across Birmingham, Cardiff and Bristol. The role focuses on electrical and control design for water and wastewater projects, with client interaction and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The successful candidate will bring chartered status, strong communication, and a track record in design/consultancy, plus the ability to deliver compliant, safe engineering solutions across LV/HV, SCADA,

Qualifications

• Qualified to HND level or higher in electrical, electronic or control engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered status with a recognised Professional Institution.
• Experience in electrical & control engineering design/consultancy.
• Strong communication skills to interact with other disciplines and clients.
• Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks.
• Drive to stay abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental priorities.
• Experience working in the water and/or wastewater industry.
• Master’s degree in electrical, electronic or control engineering or related discipline.
• Good understanding of pipeline hydraulics and/or water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Capability to manage design delivery and projects.

Responsibilities

• Electrical power distribution design (LV and HV).
• Design and specification of communications networks and SCADA.
• Specifying renewable and back-up generation systems.
• Cabling and installation design.
• Instrumentation selection.
• Factory and site acceptance tests of equipment.
• Mentoring other electrical engineers, developing and checking designs, and providing technical direction.
• Ensuring designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards.
• Integrating electrical & control design with other disciplines.

Skills

Electrical design

SCADA

Client communication

Mentoring

Project delivery

Education

HND or higher in electrical/electronic/control engineering

Master’s degree in electrical/electronic/control engineering

Chartered status

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer - Birmingham, Bristol & Cardiff

Birmingham, United Kingdom / Cardiff, United Kingdom / Bristol, United Kingdom

Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer role within the Water Utilities Division of Mott MacDonald.

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.

Overview of the role

The Division is entering a period of significant growth aligned with AMP8 (2025–2030) investment needs.

To help meet this increasing demand, we are seeking Senior Electrical & Control Engineers to join our multidisciplinary water utilities team.

Scope of work

Projects cover:

• Water treatment
• Water distribution and storage
• Wastewater networks & treatments
• Industrial process water
• Irrigation
• Hydropower

Key responsibilities include:

• Electrical power distribution design (LV and HV)
• Design and specification of communications networks and SCADA
• Specifying renewable and back‑up generation systems
• Cabling and installation design
• Instrumentation selection
• Factory and site acceptance tests of equipment
• Mentoring other electrical engineers, developing and checking designs, and providing technical direction to projects
• Ensuring designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards
• Integrating electrical & control design with other disciplines

Engage closely with clients and contractors, building strong relationships to enhance company reputation.

Qualifications

• Qualified to HND level or higher in electrical, electronic or control engineering or related discipline
• Chartered status with a recognised Professional Institution
• Experience in electrical & control engineering design/consultancy
• Strong communication skills to interact with other disciplines and clients
• Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks
• Drive to stay abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental priorities
• Experience working in the water and/or wastewater industry
• Master’s degree in electrical, electronic or control engineering or related discipline
• Good understanding of pipeline hydraulics and/or water and wastewater treatment processes
• Capability to manage design delivery and projects

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. does not currently offer sponsorship 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, ensuring equal opportunities for all.

Accessibility

We provide reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates to support application and interview processes.

Benefits

Financial wellbeing:

• Employee pension contributions matched between 4.5% and 7%
• Life assurance equal up to 4× basic salary, optional increase to 6×
• Income protection scheme with financial benefit and support for long‑term illness or injury
• Flexible benefits (life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving, will writing)
• Annual bonus schemes linked to business success

Employee ownership:

• No external investors; shared success culture
• Stake and voice in business through performance bonuses
• Direct pathway towards ownership from day one for senior roles

Health and wellbeing:

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
• Health cash plan for everyday health costs and treatments
• Support from menopause experts via Peppy
• Comprehensive wellbeing program for you and your family

Lifestyle:

• Minimum 33‑35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with option to buy or sell leave
• Holiday entitlement increases to minimum 35 days after 5 years’ service

Enhanced family and carers leave:

• 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
• 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:

• Advanced Employee Networks support LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities

Apply now for this position. We encourage interested candidates to contact the recruitment team if you have any questions.