Graduate water/wastewater engineer - 2024

Job Description:

What you’ll be getting into?

From the moment you join us, you’ll be immersed in what it’s like to be an engineer at Mott MacDonald. You’ll work as part of a team of exceptional engineers who have a passion for consultant engineering. From your first week, you’ll gain a sense that you belong. Our terrific work culture focuses on valuing your creativity, promotes inclusion and diversity, and allows you to take ownership of your work.
 
As an entry-level engineer, your responsibilities may include:

• Conceptual, preliminary and detailed design
• Site inspection, investigation and monitoring
• Design calculation, computation using formula and preparation of calculations
• Review, assistance and modification of reports, specifications and studies
• Utilize cutting-edge software with a “digital by default” approach

What else is involved?
 
We encourage a healthy work-life balance. We want you to not only enjoy what you do for Mott MacDonald but enjoy what you do in your personal time as well. Each of our offices have dedicated and active sports and social teams, offering discounted outings throughout the year. It's worth noting that committees tend to vary from office to office, so in addition to getting involved in what we already have to offer, don’t be afraid to suggest new events or initiatives that you think could be a great addition.
 
You’ll also have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network. Whether it be meeting other graduates at the graduate weekend residential course or joining one of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity networks.
 
With our performance and development reviews (PDRs), you will be able to effectively track and plan your personal and professional development with your line manager. We understand that each person’s career goals vary, therefore we tailor each employee’s development program to suit them. You can choose to focus on working towards achieving your Professional Engineer’s (PE) license with a mentor, along with building your skills in project management.

Candidate Specification:

We are looking for flexible and motivated candidates with a genuine drive to be a successful engineering consultant and a desire to make a difference in the world. If this describes you, apply today to launch your career at Mott MacDonald.

To be considered for this entry-level position, you will be pursuing or recently graduated with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or related degree. You should be able to demonstrate your interest in your chosen sector (water/wastewater) through relevant experience, such as studying relevant modules or previous work experience.

We are looking for graduates with the following characteristics:

• Knowledge of hydraulics, piping networks and pumping systems
• Knowledge/familiarity with relevant technologies such as AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Methodical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to use your initiative to undertake tasks efficiently and independently.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail and ability to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing.