Senior Aeronautical Ground Lighting Engineer

Mott MacDonald

Locations: Croydon, UK. Southampton, UK
Recruiter contact: Ainsley Anstess
Country: United Kingdom
Contract type: Permanent
Work pattern: Full Time
Market: Transport
Discipline: Aviation
Job ref: 7112

We're a global engineering, management, and development consultancy.
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A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs.

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About the business unit
We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle.

Overview of role
We are looking for an AGL Engineer with demonstrated professional experience to join our aviation team, based in the UK. The successful candidate will contribute towards the design of the AGL elements of Airfield Engineering projects, covering AGL and Movement Area Guidance (MAG) signage layouts, pit and duct design, cabling design, approach lighting design, PAPI design, High Mast Lighting (HML) design including all cable sizing - all in accordance with appropriate design standards.

As part of your role, you are likely to get involved with the following tasks:

• Support Senior and Principal Airfield Engineers in their development of Airfield designs;
• Prepare AGL and MAG designs;
• Understand pertinent design standards across both Civil and Military domains;
• Analyse existing baseline, survey and as built information;
• Undertake design of AGL and MAG for Runways, Taxiways, Aprons, service roads, etc.;
• Assist in the production of Civil 3D Design of AGL and MAG related assets;
• Help to coordinate AGL designs with other disciplines;
• Undertake the production of adequate specifications for AGL, MAG and HML works;
• Support in the development of feasible, logical and efficient work phasing proposals;
• Undertake electrical works design and design reviews;
• Assist in the engagement and collaborative management of subconsultants;
• Assist in the preparation of tender documentation;
• Assist in the preparation of methodologies, design proposals, resources estimation, etc.;
• Possible line management duties;
• Undertake visits to Airfields in the UK and overseas.

We are looking for a flexible and motivated professional with a genuine passion for the aviation industry and a desire to make a difference in the world.

To apply for this position, you must have the following:

• A degree in electrical engineering or a degree that includes elements of Electrical Engineering.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Fluency in English - knowledge of other languages will be valued as an advantage.
• Demonstrable professional experience in AGL, MAG and HML Design.

We are looking for candidates with the following characteristics:

• Proactiveness and eagerness to learn.
• Positive spirit to embrace teamwork.
• Methodical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to use your initiative to undertake tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work under a flexible (agile) working arrangement.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Competent in the use of AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.

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

Equality, diversity, and inclusion
We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all.

Accessibility
If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us.

Agile working
Happy to talk Flexible Working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support you with everyday health costs.
• A variety of wellbeing support is available.

Financial wellbeing

• We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary.

Lifestyle

• A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year.
• Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.

Learning and development

• A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills.

Networks, communities, and social outcomes

• Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks.

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