Mott Macdonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions.
2026 UK Graduate Civil Engineer: Water
Graduate Civil Engineer designing water & dam infrastructure
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Design pipelines and water/wastewater treatment facilities across feasibility, outline and detailed stages. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, sustainable water solutions. • Apply digital design tools to improve quality and efficiency. • Produce conceptual, preliminary and detailed designs for dams, spillways, intakes and drawdown structures. • Perform hydraulic and structural analyses supporting flood studies and emergency planning. • Participate in site inspections and monitoring to gain hands‑on experience. • Prepare technical drawings, reports and specifications for project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸pipeline design
- ▸digital tools
- ▸hydraulic analysis
- ▸structural analysis
- ▸site inspection
- ▸technical documentation
What You Bring
Before applying, candidates must browse all graduate opportunities and can submit only one application. Applications cannot be altered after submission, except when new vacancies open in the new year. Early application is encouraged because positions close once filled. Candidates should have less than 12 months relevant experience, a civil engineering degree obtained no earlier than 2024, and a genuine passion for making a difference. We value initiative, clear communication, high‑quality written work and a structured analytical approach. • Eligible graduates have ≤12 months experience and a civil engineering degree (2024 or later) with a passion for impact.
Requirements
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸≤12 months
- ▸initiative
- ▸communication
- ▸analytical
- ▸writing
Benefits
The graduate programme emphasizes personal growth, recognizing achievements and fostering an inclusive culture where wellbeing, flexible working and mental‑health support are priorities. Your work will have societal impact by providing essential services and building climate resilience. All graduates receive a structured three‑year development pathway, including mentoring, technical training and the ‘Accelerating your Future’ soft‑skills programme. Continuous support aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills for a long‑term career. • Flexible working arrangements are supported; discuss needs during the interview. • Benefits include bi‑annual salary reviews, competitive salary, pension contribution up to 7 % and a flexible benefits scheme.
Work Environment
Hybrid