Overview
Shape the spaces where life happens. Build a better tomorrow. At Mott MacDonald, we believe buildings are more than structures – they’re places where people thrive. As a Graduate Electrical Building Services Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of transforming empty shells into vibrant, safe, and sustainable environments. You’ll help design the systems that power, protect, and illuminate the spaces we live, work, and connect in.
Your Purpose: You’ll contribute to the functional design of buildings, ensuring they’re not only efficient and cost-effective but also comfortable, inclusive, and inspiring. From lighting and power to fire detection and security systems, your work will directly impact the wellbeing of communities and the sustainability of our planet.
Your work will help shape smart infrastructure and resilient systems that meet growing societal needs while reducing carbon emissions and embracing digital transformation. From local community projects to international developments, your impact will be felt far and wide.
Projects That Make a Difference
Join us in delivering high-impact initiatives such as:
* HSE Pathfinder (Decarbonisation)
* Glounthaune to Midleton Twin Track
* RVH Belfast Energy Centre
* Greater Dublin Drainage
* Mina Zayed Port Strategic Grain Storage
These projects reflect our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and improving lives.
What We Value
* Teamwork & Collaboration: You’ll work alongside passionate professionals who support and uplift one another.
* Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate different perspectives and believe they drive better outcomes.
* Integrity & Trust: We do what’s right, not what’s easy.
* Wellbeing & Support: Your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing matter to us.
* Growth & Development: You’ll have access to mentorship, learning pathways, and career progression opportunities.
What’s in it for you?
* A supportive graduate programme designed to empower your career journey.
* Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that contribute to a sustainable future.
* A culture that encourages curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement.
* The chance to be part of a purpose-driven organisation that puts people and planet first.
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.
To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have some relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (obtained no earlier than 2024), or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines; a master’s degree is desirable:
* Building Services Engineering
* Electrical Engineering
* Energy and Building Services Engineering
* Engineering & Architectural Design
In your application, you should demonstrate genuine interest in the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald by highlighting relevant experience or interests — such as modules studied, previous work experience, or research about our company, values, and projects.
We personally review every completed application form as part of our selection process; this is human-led and we do not use AI tools at this stage. Answer each question with authenticity to help us get to know the real you. Joining us as 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 great attention to detail and clarity.
* Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
About Your Development
A graduate position should be more than just a job. With our graduate roles, we aim to give you the experience and technical knowledge you need to progress your career. From the moment you join us, you’ll receive the training you need. You will be assigned a mentor to guide you to meet the objectives of your professional training needs. You will join our three-year early careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future – designed to give you the skills and tools necessary for a long-lasting career here at Mott MacDonald.
You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference; learn more about Our Purpose and the difference we can make. Join us, and you’ll get:
* Biannual salary reviews: for the first three years of your career with us, you’ll have biannual salary reviews.
* A competitive salary aligned with current industry standards.
Our social side
Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work; there’s a range of social and professional activities you can get involved in. You’ll have opportunities to expand your network, meet other graduates, and participate in company events. Offices offer sports and social committees, and you’ll have access to discounts on cinema tickets, travel, fashion, utilities, and more as part of our benefits.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, promoting fair employment procedures and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression and commit to an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Agile Working
We believe it makes business sense to choose how you work to meet client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, adaptability and trust.
More about Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. We respect each person’s differences and strive to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.
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