Location/s:
Reading, Cambridge, Brighton, London; UK
Recruiter contact:
Nicola Coyle
About the business division
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 a range of global industries, delivering work that defines our future and has societal impact. Our people are the engine of our performance – we succeed when they do.
As a proudly employee‑owned business, we invest in creating an inclusive and valued culture, empowering everyone to be their best.
Overview of the role
The Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald’s centre of excellence for responding to the UK and Ireland’s water and wastewater challenges. We are entering a period of significant growth aligned with AMP8 (2025‑2030) investment needs and are seeking Senior Electrical & Control Engineers to join a multidisciplinary team.
We work on a vast range of design projects covering:
- Water treatment
- Water distribution and storage
- Wastewater networks & treatments
- Industrial process water
- Desalination
- Irrigation
- Hydropower
- Flood defence
We cover all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, commissioning to handover, providing specialist technical support across our global business.
Responsibilities
- Electrical power distribution design (LV and HV)
- Control system design
- Design and specification of communications networks and SCADA
- Specifying renewable and back‑up generation systems
- Develop plant layouts
- Cabling and installation design
- Instrumentation selection
- Writing system control strategies
- Factory and site acceptance tests of equipment
- Mentor other electrical engineers; develop and check designs; provide technical direction to projects
- Ensure designs are fit for purpose and meet legislation and standards
- Ensure integration of electrical & control design with other disciplines
Work in close partnership with clients and contractors, building strong relationships that enhance the company’s reputation and secure further work. Opportunities exist to grow in people management, commercial, or technical excellence paths.
Candidate specification
Essential
- Qualified to HND level or higher in electrical, electronic, control engineering or a related discipline
- Chartered status with a recognised Professional Institution
- Experience in electrical & control engineering design/consultancy
- Strong communication skills for interacting with other disciplines and clients
- Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks
- A drive to stay abreast of professional development and emerging technical solutions
- Understanding of prioritising health, safety, and environmental issues
- Experience working in the water and/or wastewater industry
Desirable
- Master’s degree in electrical, electronic, or control engineering or a related discipline
- Good understanding of pipeline hydraulics and/or water and wastewater treatment processes
- Interest in digital innovation in design processes
- Capability to manage design delivery and projects
UK Immigration
Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.
Agile working
We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces well‑being, flexibility, and trust.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We promote fair employment and inclusive opportunities for all. Everyone is encouraged to express themselves and contribute to an inclusive environment.
Accessibility
If you need support in the recruitment process, contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.
Benefits
Financial wellbeing
- Match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%
- Life assurance up to 4x basic salary, optional up to 6x
- Income protection scheme and return‑to‑work support for long‑term illness or injury
- Flexible benefits: increased life assurance, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing
- Annual bonus schemes sharing financial success with all colleagues
Employee Ownership
- No external investors – culture of shared success
- Employees have stake and voice in the business and performance bonuses
- Career growth increases stake, recognising long‑term impact
- Opportunity for senior roles to pursue ownership from day one
- Direct pathway to ownership for senior roles
Health and wellbeing
- Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
- Health cash plan for everyday health costs and treatments
- Access to Peppy support for all UK colleagues
- Comprehensive wellbeing program for staff and families
- Flexibility to allocate salary to health benefits, extendable to family
Lifestyle
- Minimum 33‑35 days holiday per year, including public holidays; ability to buy or sell leave
- Holiday entitlement increases to minimum 35 days after 5 years
- Employee saving schemes and retailer discounts
Enhanced family and carers leave
- 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
- Shared parental leave matches maternity 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 for technical and soft skills development through mentoring, formal training, and self‑development options
Networks, communities, and social outcomes
- Wide range of employee groups supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and parent/carer communities
- Contribution to social outcomes within communities
Apply now.
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