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Pentre Maelor
Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB
Principal electrical engineer
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Overview

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.

We have secured a new framework with Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water that will last up to eight years, covering projects across the DCC region including clean and wastewater treatment sites, below ground assets, reservoirs and nature-based solutions. After securing our first framework with DCC at the beginning of AMP6, our presence in Wales has grown significantly, directly employing over 270 colleagues in the country across all roles, from frontline construction to design and management positions. 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 will play a pivotal role in shaping the electrical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects.

The role of a Principal Electrical Engineer includes:

* Lead and oversee the design, planning, and execution of electrical engineering on projects. 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.
* Providing design support and guidance for schemes and ensuring all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standards
* Possess a broad knowledge of industry standards and legislation.
* Be able to appropriately challenge Client specifications and present and defend solutions to complex problems.
* Identifying opportunities to improve delivery processes including development and implementation of standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools.
* Acting as technical checker on project documents and undertaking technical reviews for projects across teams.
* Managing the interfaces and integration of the design with that of other disciplines and production of documentation.
* Able to actively seek input from other engineers, specialists, client and project team members to improve understanding and deliver fit for purpose solutions.
* Working closely and collaboratively with the commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyond.
* Supervising and mentoring our Graduates and Engineers assisting them to develop their knowledge and skills.
* Positively engage with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one-team approach to supporting them in achieving their aims.
* Undertaking site reviews to ensure buildability of solutions and integration within the existing systems.

What you’ll need:

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field.
* Chartered member of professional institution e.g ICE, IMechE, etc, or equivalent experience.
* Experience with water, or wastewater, non-infrastructure or infrastructure projects.
* Experience of successfully delivering high quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standards.
* Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
* Methodical approach to problem solving.
* A proactive and pragmatic approach.
* Proficient in delivering results within short timeframes, prioritising tasks and managing your time efficiently.
* A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

What we can offer:

At Mott MacDonald Bentley you will be offered a competitive salary which is commensurate based on your experience. Our core benefits include:

* 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

Other information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald. Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture between JN Bentley and Mott MacDonald. This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues. We are committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Location: Newport, GB; Pentre Maelor, GB. Contract Type: Permanent; Work Pattern: Full Time. Market: Water; Discipline: Water; Job Ref: 10081; Recruiter Contact: Lauren.Hutchinson@jnbentley.co.uk

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