Mott MacDonald
Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer – Water Industry Projects
Mott MacDonald Bentley – Supporting Scotland’s Water Infrastructure Future
About the Role
Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) is a leading fully integrated design and build business combining the expertise of Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley to deliver award-winning projects. With an annual turnover exceeding £600m, we are shaping Scotland’s water infrastructure through major works—including treatment assets upgrades, network enhancements, and resilience schemes—that benefit communities across the country.
As part of Scottish Water’s Enterprise strategy, we deliver projects aligned with SR27 priorities, focusing on:
- Enhancing resilience and service reliability through treatment upgrades, network improvements, and climate-adaptive schemes.
- Supporting net zero and environmental compliance via low-carbon design and nature-based solutions.
- Driving sustainability and efficiency through innovation, collaborative planning, and integrated delivery.
- Prioritising customer-centric, community-focused, and safety-first approaches.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in designing, constructing, and commissioning water and wastewater infrastructure—contributing to projects that improve efficiency, sustainability, and community well-being.
Responsibilities
Your role spans the full lifecycle of projects, ensuring mechanical systems are practical, safe, and compliant while aligning with cost, time, and quality targets:
- Design & Engineering:
- Develop mechanical designs for water and wastewater projects (including P&IDs, valve schedules, pump calculations, access/lifting arrangements, and above-ground pipework).
- Coordinate with electrical, civil, geotechnical, and process teams to integrate designs cohesively.
- Collaboration & Problem-Solving:
- Work closely with commercial, operational, and construction teams to deliver efficient, safe, and cost-effective solutions.
- Engage proactively with clients, adopting a one-team approach to support their strategic goals.
- Quality & Compliance:
- Ensure designs adhere to framework specifications and regulatory standards.
- Oversee commissioning and handover, guaranteeing smoother project transitions.
- Site & Travel Requirements:
- Travel required to sites across Scotland; a valid driving licence is essential.
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Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field (Civil Engineering alternative listed below—verify with application).
- Chartership progress: Working towards IEng or CEng with a relevant professional institution.
- Soft Skills:
- Exceptional communication (interfacing with teams, clients, and stakeholders).
- Analytical problem-solving mindset with a methodical approach.
- Collaboration-driven with a customer-focused attitude.
Proactive & Operational
- Valid driving licence and flexibility to travel nationwide for project sites.
- Productive commitment to teamwork and gastric constraints (site-based work typical).
Note: Duplicated "Degree in Civil Engineering" entry removed—Mechanical focus retained. Verify clarified pathway via recruitment process.
Benefits & Development
Financial Wellbeing
- Pension match: MMB matches contributions 4.5%–7%.
- Profit-sharing: Annual bonuses distribute business success to all colleagues.
- Subscription funding: Annual payment of your professional institution fees.
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Health & Work-Life Balance
- 33+ days annual leave (including public holidays) + flexible leave policies (carry, buy, sell).
- Insurance & screening options:
- Life Assurance
- Private Medical Insurance
- Critical Illness Cover
- Health screenings
- Family support:
- Enhanced leave: 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave; 2 weeks paternity/partner leave + shared parental leave options.
- 2 paid additional leave days for carers with significant responsibilities.
- Diversity & inclusion:
- Advanced Employee Networks for LGBTQ+, gender, race/ethnicity, disability, and caregiving communities.
- Open discussions on flexible working solutions tailored to personal needs.
Career Growth
- Accelerated chartership pathway: Structured mentorship, hands-on experience, and targeted training from day one.
- Prioritised stage-gates for IEng/CEng reviews to fast-track professional development.
Key Differentiators
- Ownership culture: As an independently owned business, MMB shares its financial success with employees.
- Project impact: Projects directly address UK water sector challenges, with lasting societal and environmental benefits.
- Collaborative ethos: The culture fosters inclusion, innovation, and long-term career satisfaction.
- Cataractive sourced
Immigration Policy Clarification
Mott MacDonald Bentley does not currently sponsor candidates under the UK Skilled Worker visa route, reflecting UK Government changes from April 2024. Applicants should verify eligibility under alternative immigration routes that do not require Skilled Worker sponsorship.
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