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Mott Macdonald

Senior Secondary Systems Designer

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Mott Macdonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions.
Design detailed electrical drawings for medium voltage substation secondary systems.
8d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Construction services
Infrastructure
Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Bridges
Building services
Building structures
Dams and reservoirs
Geotechnics
Industrialized design and construction
Role
What you would be doing
electrical drawings
cable layouts
circuit diagrams
technical specs
drawing review
quality control
  • Generate reports and maintain logs for design progress and drawing submissions
  • Prepare detailed electrical drawings for substation secondary systems, including protection, control, and communication systems
  • Prepare and review technical specifications and documentation for substation secondary systems
  • Conduct self-checks and peer reviews of drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Develop layouts and details for cable trenches, duct banks, and equipment foundations
  • Follow quality control procedures to maintain high drafting standards
  • Maintain and organize drawing sets, revisions, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle
  • Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies
  • Create interface circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, block diagrams, and room layouts
  • Incorporate design feedback and revisions from engineers to finalize drawings
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for consistency in designs and details
  • Work closely with primary design engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive secondary system designs
What you bring
autocad
medium voltage
electrical engineering
diploma
communication
attention
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Drafting, or a related field
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Knowledge of medium voltage systems and substation design
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and other drafting software
Benefits
  • Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
  • Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
  • Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.
  • 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.
  • Primary annual professional institution subscription.
  • We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
  • Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
  • Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
  • Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
  • Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
  • As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.
  • A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
  • Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
  • Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.
  • Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
  • Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
  • A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.
  • Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • mott macdonald does not offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
  • candidates eligible for alternative uk immigration routes without sponsorship are welcome to apply.
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1989 Founded
Company Establishment
The company was established in 1989, marking the beginning of its journey in global engineering and consulting.
150+ Countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries, showcasing its extensive reach and international influence.
  • Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision.
  • Design of major infrastructure and transport systems.
  • Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
  • History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.
Culture + Values
  • We are one global team.
  • We strive to make a positive difference.
  • We value people and their contributions.
  • We act with integrity and respect.
  • We are committed to innovation and excellence.
  • We take responsibility for our actions.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero by 2050
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions globally.
30%
Carbon Emissions Reduction
Targets a 30% reduction in operational carbon emissions globally.
  • Committed to reducing carbon emissions globally.
  • Aims to embed sustainability throughout its operations.
  • Committed to contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Inclusion & Diversity
50:50 by 2025
Gender Balance Target
Strives to achieve equal representation of men and women across all levels of the organization by 2025.
  • Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
  • Tracks and publishes gender diversity data for its global workforce.
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