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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 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.



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 an 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.



We joined a new partnership in Northumbrian Water's new Living Water Enterprise, an innovative vehicle developed to deliver large scale construction programmes in AMP8 and beyond, supporting a 3.6bn workload.



Northumbrian Water supplies water and sewerage services to just under 4.4 million people and has worked closely with MMB and JN Bentley since 2001. In this time, the companies have delivered hundreds of engineering and construction projects together. This new contract will extend the relationship to at least 2030 and see MMB - which harnesses the contracting strength of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald - undertake treatment projects across the North East.

The role of an Electrical Engineer includes:

Commissioning services including documentation, liaising with suppliers and facilitating contractor commissioning and assist the project team with project completions. Work within the team of mechanical, EICA and commissioning engineers to develop best practice, a strong health & safety environment and value for money. Wastewater projects incorporating new build and refurbishment on apparatus such as inlet works, course screens with screen handling units, grit separation & classifiers, fine screens, chemical dosing, dewatering & secondary treatment plant etc Clean water projects incorporating new build and refurbishment on apparatus such as raw water pumping stations, water treatment works, water distribution networks and service reservoirs etc Ability to analyse and interpret data to analyse problems and find solutions. Provide process and control expertise for delivery teams within NWG framework

What you'll need:

CSCS, ECS or JIB HNC / Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience Experience of installation & water/wastewater commissioning in the utility sector Experience with planning the commissioning process cradle to grave Experience of working to electrical procedures, including providing Electrical Permits Working to safe systems of work including producing and reviewing third party Risk Assessments & Method Statements. Ability to demonstrate evidence of design improvements of process related equipment and plant. Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

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.