Overview

The Division has ambitious growth plans in line with AMP8 (2025-2030) investment needs and we are proud of our strong reputation in the industry which is allowing us to expand our business. To help us meet the growing needs of our clients, we have opportunities for experienced electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (EICA) engineers in our offices in Wales, Birmingham and Bristol. We work on a wide range of design projects covering water treatment, water distribution and storage, wastewater recycling, industrial process water, desalination, irrigation, hydropower and flood defence. We cover all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning to handover. Our clients include most UK water utility companies and many other governmental organisations and private companies in the UK and overseas. We have contributed to projects such as the Leeds flood alleviation scheme, carbon management tools for Wessex Water, High Speed Rail 2, Thames Tideway, and strategic pipelines for Anglian Water.

Responsibilities

• You will undertake a wide range of EICA tasks, typically including:
• Electrical power distribution design
• Control system design
• Specifying local renewable and back-up generation systems
• Developing plant layouts
• Cabling and installation design
• Instrumentation selection
• Lightning protection assessments
• Writing system control strategies
• Factory and site acceptance tests of equipment
• You will work in close partnership with clients and contractors, building strong relationships that will enhance the company\'s reputation and help secure further work.

Candidate specification

• A driven individual, keen to make a difference in the sector, take wide responsibilities and progress professionally.
• Qualified to HND level or higher in electrical, electronic or control engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in electrical and/or control engineering design/consultancy
• Strong communication skills to interact with other disciplines and clients, and to develop and promote the team
• A capability to manage design delivery and projects
• A team leader capable of managing and motivating individuals to consistently deliver
• Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks
• A drive to be abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions

Desirable

• Master\'s degree in electrical, electronic or control engineering or a related discipline
• Chartered status with a recognised Professional Institution
• Experience of working in the water and/or wastewater industry
• Good understanding of pipeline hydraulics, and water and wastewater treatment processes
• Experience in the UK water sector would be advantageous although not necessary

Benefits

• A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
• Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years\' service.
• Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.
• Enhanced family and carers leave, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to five additional days leave for significant caring responsibilities (two paid).
• Primary annual professional institution subscription.
• A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.
• Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks for LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
• Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes.

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.