About the Business Unit

Mott MacDonald’s Energy unit delivers services globally across sectors such as hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. We provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction, operations and decommissioning.

About the Role

As Principal Electrical Engineer in the Nuclear: Defence & Civil division, you will manage and deliver projects for the nuclear industry while contributing to technical excellence and collaborating with a successful team across the UK. You will lead a diverse portfolio of frameworks ranging from nuclear, defence and other energy and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute electrical building services work on projects, following company and project procedures.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards, meet project schedules and stay within budget.
• Scope and plan electrical building services work for various projects.
• Lead and mentor electrical building services teams across our project portfolio.
• Provide input into project planning and execution, including budgeting and manpower requirements.
• Assign tasks with clarity on scope, quality and deadlines.
• Review and approve deliverables to ensure they meet required standards.
• Attend engineering meetings and liaise with clients and other disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including CDM, safety, environmental and site licence conditions.
• Review and check the work of other engineers.
• Participate in design reviews and HAZOPS, providing expert advice.
• Collaborate with project and engineering managers and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Experience in influencing engineering practices and outcomes.
• Extensive engineering design experience within a regulated industry (preferably nuclear).
• Previous experience supervising engineering staff.
• Up-to-date knowledge of building regulations, legislation and standards.
• Proficiency in Hevacomp, Dialux, Amtech Power, AutoCAD and IES (Revit experience is a plus).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Degree in a technical or engineering-related subject (preferred).
• Chartered status and membership in a professional body (preferred).

Why Join Us

• Work on innovative projects in the nuclear industry.
• Collaborate with a skilled and supportive team.
• Advance your career while contributing to impactful engineering solutions.

Conditional Offer

Offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance.

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We 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.

Agile Working

Mott MacDonald offers a hybrid working policy that embraces flexibility, well‑being and trust.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Benefits Summary

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support everyday health costs and treatments.
• Life assurance up to 4x basic salary with option to increase to 6x.
• Annual bonus scheme that reflects business success.
• A minimum of 35 days holiday after five years’ service, with flexible leave options.
• Competitive pension match and employee savings schemes.

Application

Apply now to be part of our team.

Location

Altrincham, Derby, Reading, Glasgow, Southampton, Norwich, Bristol, Altrincham, Derby, Reading, GB

Contract Type

Permanent

Work Pattern

Full Time

Shortlisted contact

Recruiter Contact: Erinda Hazizi