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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 engineers are based on site and play a practical, hands-on role in the successful delivery of projects.


In November 2023, MMB secured its first ever framework with South West Water, the company responsible for the water and wastewater services of 1.8 million customers in Cornwall, Devon, the Isles of Scilly and parts of Dorset and Somerset


The multi-million-pound AMP8 contract runs for five years to 2029 - with the potential for a further five-year extension - and sees us bring our track record of innovative project delivery to the south west of England for the very first time.


With sites located across the South West Water region including; Cornwall, Devon and Isles of Scilly


As a MEP Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the mechanical, electrical, and process (MEP) functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all MEP aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.


In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to create the commissioning strategy from the ground up, ensuring that the project's process outputs are produced safely and in accordance with the design, client requirements, regulatory standards, and environmental restrictions.

The role of a MEP engineer includes:

Hands-on practical work and supervisory activities to build skills and knowledge. Help integrate the design, construction and commissioning of plant and equipmentmainly withinthe Water sector by bringing mechanical, electrical and/or process skills to practical benefit. Plan andprogrammethe MEP aspects of the projects we deliver; working with design and operational teams to support the design, planning, installation, testing,commissioningand handover of projects. During the construction phase, duties willinclude;overseeing subcontractors, ensuring installations meet standards, conducting testing, reviewing assessments, and overseeing electrical safety. Additionally, you will create commissioning plans, inspection and test plans, acceptance documents, training materials, andcompletiondocumentation.

What you'll need:

CSCS and SSSTS HNC / Degree inMechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience Understand civil engineering principles and practices Excellentorganisationand 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.