Overview
Join to apply for the 2026 UK Graduate Building Services Engineering Career Path: Energy role at Mott MacDonald
To avoid missing out on your preferred role, we recommend applying as early as possible, as positions will close once filled.
What You'll Do
* Design systems that make buildings functional and livable.
* Deliver cost-effective, sustainable solutions.
* Work on UK and international projects across sectors like defence, transport, energy, healthcare, and more.
Notable Projects Include
* HS2 and Royal Navy Britannia College
* Somerset Energy Innovation Centre (Hinkley Point)
* Everton and Anfield Stadium developments
* One Nine Elms – Europe’s tallest residential building
* Major hospitals including Guy’s and St Thomas’
* Advising the UK Government on Net Zero Carbon policy
Specialisms
* Electrical Engineering: Power, lighting, fire detection, alarms, and security systems.
* Mechanical Engineering: Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and water services.
Candidates with degrees in Electrical or Mechanical engineering should apply to the matching specialism. Those with alternative degrees (e.g., architectural engineering and building services) can choose based on their skills and interests.
As part of your application, you will be asked to select your preferred opportunity based on the sub-sector and location. Some opportunities may require eligibility for security clearance, which is shown in the selection choices. Security clearance is typically for UK nationals or those who have lived in the UK for five years or more.
Locations
* Altrincham
* Bristol
* Glasgow
* Tadcaster
Candidate Specification
At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. All opportunities require a relevant bachelor’s degree as a minimum; some may require a master’s degree as reflected in the application form. To be eligible, you should have less than 12 months of relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a degree obtained no earlier than 2024 or expected in 2024+ in one of these disciplines:
* Architectural Engineering
* Building Services Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering
* Electrical Engineering
You should demonstrate genuine interest in the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald, for example through relevant experience, modules, work experience, or knowledge about the company, values and projects.
We review every completed application with a human-led process and discourage the use of AI tools in the application process. Answer questions authentically to share your true self.
Strengths We Are Looking For
* Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
* Communicates effectively 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.
We support flexible working; please discuss any flexibility needs at interview stage.
Development & Benefits
Mott MacDonald offers a three-year early careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future – with mentoring and training from day one. You’ll receive a mentor and participate in the graduate development programme designed to progress your career.
* Biannual salary reviews for the first three years.
* Contributory pension up to 7% of salary.
* Flexible benefits scheme to suit individual needs.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We promote equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities for all and an Inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Agile Working
We support agility, flexibility and trust to meet client, team and personal commitments.
About Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy focused on improving society through social outcomes, excellence and digital innovation. Our values are progress, respect, integrity, drive and excellence.
Contact & Roles
Location(s): Altrincham, Bristol, Glasgow, Reading, and other listed locations. Contract Type: Permanent. Work Pattern: Full Time. Market: Energy. Discipline: Building services. Job Ref: 11616. Recruiter Contact: earlycareers.recruitment@mottmac.com
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