Overview

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries delivering exciting work that defines our future and makes a societal impact. Our people power our performance; we succeed when they do. We offer opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow. As an employee-owned company, we invest in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

Overview of the Business Unit

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across sectors including 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 and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. We are helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

Overview of the Role

We are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Nuclear; Defence and Civil division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, including nuclear decommissioning, defence, and nuclear new build. You will collaborate with clients both locally and nationally while contributing to some of the most impactful energy and infrastructure projects in the industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering solutions for the energy sector while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering aspects of multi-discipline design projects, from feasibility to detailed design stages
• Work on a diverse range of projects, including nuclear decommissioning, defence, and energy infrastructure
• Liaise with clients to develop and deliver innovative solutions tailored to their needs
• Produce and oversee the creation of high-quality design and technical documentation
• Provide quality assurance through surveillance, review, and checking of team outputs
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver fit-for-purpose engineering solutions
• Visit client sites as required and promote further opportunities to enhance client relationships
• Ensure safety is an integral part of mechanical engineering design and project delivery
• Present and defend solutions to complex problems in client-facing environments

Qualifications

• Chartered status with the IMechE or other relevant professional body (or equivalent experience with progress toward chartered status)
• Demonstrable experience in mechanical engineering design within a highly regulated industry, preferably nuclear
• Broad knowledge of industry standards, legislation, and engineering principles
• Strong commercial awareness, with experience in FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) projects
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
• Capable of managing and prioritising multiple projects in a dynamic environment
• Client-facing experience, with the ability to maintain and build strong client relationships
• Experience of leading, managing and working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Proactive in seeking input from other engineers, specialists, and team members to enhance project outcomes
• Committed to continuous professional development and staying abreast of industry advancements

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

Additional Information

UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision follows changes to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future.

Work Arrangements

Agile working We offer a hybrid working policy that supports well-being, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.

Accessibility

If you need support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing
  • Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
  • Health cash plan to support everyday health costs and treatments
  • Access to Peppy for menopause support
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program with support for you and your family
  • Flexible benefits to align with health needs
• Financial wellbeing
  • We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%
  • Life assurance up to 4x basic salary (option to 6x)
  • Income protection and return-to-work support
  • Flexible benefits including critical illness insurance and will writing
  • Annual bonus schemes and profit-sharing as applicable
• Lifestyle
  • Holiday entitlement 33-35 days per year, with buy/sell options
  • Holiday entitlement increases to at least 35 days after 5 years
  • Employee saving schemes and retailer discounts
• Enhanced family and carers leave
  • 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave
  • Two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
  • Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks with full pay
  • Additional leave for significant caring responsibilities
• Learning and development
  • Annual subscription to primary professional body
  • Mentoring, training, and self-development opportunities
• Networks, communities, and social outcomes
  • Participation in employee networks and community initiatives

Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Discipline: Mechanical

Job Ref: 10824

Recruiter Contact: Erinda Hazizi