Electrical Engineer
Internal applications are welcome.
Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) is a fully integrated design and build business that brings together the design expertise of Mott MacDonald and the contracting experience of JN Bentley. With an annual turnover of over £500 million, MMB delivers award‑winning projects and provides an excellent environment for career growth.
MMB has extended its contract with Thames Water for an additional five years. This largest water and wastewater provider in the UK will keep us working in the Thames Valley region—spanning from Cirencester to the M25, from Basingstoke to Banbury—on a varied programme of wastewater treatment, clean water production and infrastructure projects.
About the role
As an Electrical Engineer you will shape electrical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects, from concept design to commissioning. Your work will directly impact the environment and communities served by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems.
Responsibilities
* Prepare electrical engineering designs for water treatment equipment on client sites, working with Motor Control Centres, LV distribution systems, cabling, instrumentation, industrial networks, PLCs and SCADA—both new technology and existing legacy installations.
* Apply all relevant design standards including client and WIMES standards and legislation.
* Coordinate with the multidisciplinary design team to ensure designs are completed to brief, on programme and within budget.
* Produce technical specification and schedules for procurement activities, reviewing supplier tender bids and technical submissions.
* Produce the URS for control systems, review supplier FDS and attend factory acceptance tests.
* Review and understand existing installed systems to be interfaced, from site visits, drawings and reports.
* Engage positively with clients, manage relationships and support them in achieving their aims.
Qualifications
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
* Working towards IEng/CEng with a relevant engineering institution.
* Excellent communication skills with team members and stakeholders.
* Methodical approach to problem solving.
* A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the operational region.
Benefits
* Pension match between 4.5 % and 7 % of your contributions.
* Annual bonus schemes shared across the business.
* Payment of professional institution subscription costs.
* 33 days holiday annually (inclusive of public holidays) with the option to buy, sell or carry over leave through our flexible benefits programme.
* Access to Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and health screening options.
* Open to flexible working arrangements that support professional and personal responsibilities.
* Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, two weeks paid paternity/partner leave and the option for shared parental leave.
* Up to two paid additional days leave for significant caring responsibilities.
* Structured development schemes supporting journeys toward professional chartership, with mentorship, hands‑on experience and tailored training.
Sponsorship
Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK 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 the future.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all sectors of the community. If you do not meet every requirement but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We strive to make recruitment barrier‑free and provide adjustments during the application process. Please call 01756 691572 or email recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any adjustments. Our Equal Opportunities policy can be viewed here.
Location & Contract
Reading, GB – Permanent – Full Time – Market: Water – Discipline: Water – Job Ref: 12130
Recruiter Contact: lauren.hutchinson@jnbentley.co.uk
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