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Mott MacDonald Bentley is a design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £600 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.
Engineering is at the very core of what we do. Be it civil, mechanical or electrical, our hybrid engineers work both remotely and on-site, playing a practical, hands-on role in the successful delivery of projects.
As part of our appointment to Scottish Water’s new Enterprise, we will deliver projects at sites across Scotland. Works will include major upgrades to treatment assets, new and enhanced networks, and resilience schemes that will benefit communities across the country.
25+ years in the water sector
Over successive regulatory periods, MMB has delivered a wide range of complex water and wastewater projects that directly support SR27 priorities, including:
Enhancing resilience and service reliability through treatment works upgrades, network improvements and resilience schemes-
Supporting net zero and climate adaptation via low carbon design, nature based solutions and environmental compliance projects
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Enabling sustainable growth by delivering infrastructure that supports new development and protects existing communities
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Driving efficiency and affordability through integrated delivery, innovation and collaborative planning
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Maintaining a strong focus on customers, communities and safety across everything we do
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity. 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.
The role of Senior Electrical Engineer includes:
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Manage client, system integrator and cabling contractor installations, including instrumentation, industrial networks, LVDBs/MCCs, PLCs and SCADA systems.
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Support the planning, design integration, construction and commissioning of electrical installations, with a focus on LVDBs and MCCs.
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Assist pre-construction activities, including surveys, scoping and procurement.
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Oversee construction delivery, including outage planning, subcontractor management, programme coordination and electrical safety compliance.
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Produce and review SSOWs, outage plans and RAMS.
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Drive quality assurance through inspection and test plans, acceptance documentation, training materials, defect management and BS7671 compliance.
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Support and mentor Electrical Engineers.
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Lead the functional commissioning of electrical assets, including final circuits, distribution equipment and MCCs.
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Manage project close-out, ensuring accurate as-constructed records and completion documentation.
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Build strong client relationships and support the achievement of project objectives.
What you’ll need:
Essential
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HNC / Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent work-based
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SSSTS, SMSTS or equivalent.
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Proficient in understanding of engineering drawings such as single line diagrams,
cable block diagrams, termination drawings and system architecture. -
Understanding of civil engineering and MEICA construction.
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Understanding of relevant British & International Standards with a good knowledge
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Previous AP or SAP experience.
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To be working towards professional registration with an appropriate body.
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Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
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A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational
region.
Desirable
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Experience of the Water & Wastewater Industry and Tier 1 contracting.
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An experience working with pumps, pipework, valves, screens, scrapers, mixers,
blowers.
What’s in it for you:
Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs.
To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.
