2026 UK Graduate Civil and Structural Engineering Career Path: Energy NEW

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we believe engineering is more than just infrastructure—it’s about shaping a future that’s resilient, inclusive, and sustainable. As climate change challenges our environment and communities, civil engineers are at the heart of creating solutions that protect natural resources, improve lives, and foster economic and social growth for generations to come.

We’re inviting passionate graduates to join us in making a meaningful impact. Whether you’re driven by clean energy, infrastructure resilience, or community wellbeing, your journey starts here.

Your Opportunity

As part of our application, you’ll choose your preferred sector and location, with opportunities in:

• Transmission & Distribution

• Nuclear

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on projects that matter—helping to create better cities, reduce poverty, and improve public health. You’ll be immersed in a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Sectors:

Transmission & Distribution
You will play a key role in designing and delivering the infrastructure that powers the UK’s transition to Net Zero. With the growing demand for renewable energy, your work will help ensure clean energy reaches homes, businesses, and even international markets through interconnectors to Europe.

You’ll be directly involved in the design of critical infrastructure that supports the transmission of low-carbon energy across the UK. Depending on the project stage, your work will span: Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Detailed Design phases, Civil works design, including platforms (earthworks, embankments, retaining walls), access roads (temporary and permanent), and drainage systems (SuDS, Infodrainage)  Structural design, covering foundations, beams, columns, and connections, feasibility studies and optioneering exercises to identify optimal solutions and site visits to assess conditions and support construction phases.

Nuclear 
Play a vital role in delivering safe, sustainable, carbon-free power. Our teams support nuclear power projects and safe decommissioning efforts across the UK. You’ll be part of a trusted network that understands the complexities of nuclear technology and is committed to safety, innovation, and long-term impact.

Why Join Us? 

• Empowering Growth: Structured development, mentorship, and hands-on experience to help you thrive.

• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and foster belonging—your voice matters here.

• Collaborative Spirit: Work with supportive teams that value teamwork and shared success.

• Integrity & Trust: We uphold the highest standards in everything we do.

• Wellbeing First: Your wellbeing is our priority, with resources and flexibility to support you.

• Purpose-Driven Impact: Every project contributes to a better society and a healthier planet.

Join us in building a resilient future. Bring your passion, curiosity, and commitment—and help shape a world that works for everyone.

Some of our opportunities will require you to be eligible to achieve security clearance, this is shown in the selection choices.  Security clearance is dictated by the types of projects we work on and normally requires you to be a UK British national or lived in the UK for five years or more.

We have opportunities in the following locations:  Altrincham, Brighton, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Inverness and Norwich.

Candidate Specification: 

At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference.  Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in.

All our opportunities require a relevant bachelor’s degree as a minimum requirement, some of our opportunities will also require a master’s degree – this will be reflected in the list of opportunities available in our application form.

To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a degree (obtained no earlier than 2024) or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines:

• Civil Engineering

• Structural Engineering

In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald. You can do this by highlighting any relevant experience or interests—such as modules you’ve studied, previous work experience, or any research you’ve undertaken about our company, values, and projects.

We personally review every completed application we receive as our selection process is entirely human led, we do not use AI tools and kindly expect you not to either. We want you to answer each application question with authenticity so we can get to know the real you. Joining us a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story

We are looking for graduates with the following strengths: 

• Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.

• Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.

• Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.

• Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.