Senior Electrical Engineer

-; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and build firm based in the UK is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to work on their Yorkshire Water framework. The role involves preparing electrical engineering designs, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, relevant industry experience, and a professional institution membership. The position offers excellent benefits, including a pension scheme and health insurance.

Benefits

Pension matched by employer up to 7%

Gym Membership discounts

Life assurance & Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is essential.
• Chartered or incorporated membership of a professional institution is required.
• Experience in the water industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review electrical engineering designs for water treatment equipment.
• Produce and review technical specifications for procurement activities.
• Supervise and mentor Graduates and Engineers.
• Engage positively with clients to support their aims.

Skills

Electrical design

Technical specifications preparation

Mentoring and supervision

Client engagement

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered membership of a professional institution

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley to deliver award winning projects. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer on our Yorkshire Water framework you will contribute to projects that significantly impact our environment and communities. Working primarily in the UK water market, MMB provides the feasibility, design, construction, and commissioning services needed to keep water flowing and wastewater treated. You'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the electrical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all electrical aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.

Role of a Senior Electrical Engineer includes:

• Preparing and reviewing electrical engineering designs for water treatment equipment on our client's site. You will be working with Motor Control Centres, LV distribution systems, Cabling, Instrumentation, Industrial Networks, PLCs and SCADA. Systems will be both new latest technology and existing legacy installations.
• Producing and reviewing technical specifications and schedules for procurement activities, reviewing supplier tender bids and technical submissions.
• Supervising and mentoring our Graduates and Engineers assisting them to develop their knowledge and skills.
• Understanding, applying and contributing to design standards with a good knowledge of Client and WIMES standards.
• Positively engaging with the client, building relationships and supporting them to achieve their aims.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Chartered or incorporated member of professional institution e.g ICE, IMechE, etc, or equivalent experience
• Experience of successfully delivering high quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standards
• Water industry experience
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

What we can offer:

• Pension matched by employer up to 7%
• Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave
• Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options
• 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave/ Shared parental leave
• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs
• Gym Membership discounts UK wide
• Cycle to work scheme, interest free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available

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