2026 UK Graduate Structural Engineering Career Path: Water
Mott Macdonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions.
Graduate Structural Engineer delivering water infrastructure designs
8 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Construction services
Infrastructure
Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Bridges
Building services
Building structures
Dams and reservoirs
Geotechnics
Industrialized design and construction
Role
Description
structural design
project collaboration
design review
site inspections
technical documentation
Structural Design -Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs for water infrastructure projects that are safe, efficient, and sustainable.
Project Collaboration -Actively participate in project, client, and team meetings, contributing ideas and building strong working relationships.
Design Review & Development -Review, prepare, and modify structural designs to meet technical standards and client needs.
Site Inspections & Investigations -Attend site visits to carry out inspections and investigations that inform design and delivery.
Technical Documentation -Prepare drawings, reports, and specifications that support project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Requirements
initiative
communication
analytical
detail‑oriented
writing
Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.
Benefits
Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary: we have the best people on our team, and we like to look out for them. With our support, you’ll have all the advice and options you need to be able to invest in your future.
Biannual salary reviews: we believe that hard work should be rewarded and recognised. Therefore, for the first three years of your career with us, you’ll have biannual salary reviews.
A competitive salary: in addition to biannual reviews, we will ensure that you’re given a salary that matches the current industry standard.
A flexible benefits scheme: our company is made up of a range of different people and we understand that different people want different things. That’s why with our flexible plan, you’ll have the ability to manage the range of benefits we have on offer, to suit your specific needs.
Commercial & Client Exposure -Gain valuable experience in project management, client interaction, and commercial awareness.
Early Careers Network -Engage with our vibrant Early Careers Professionals Network to connect, learn, and grow alongside peers.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
no sponsorship for skilled worker visa route.
cannot accept candidates on graduate visa or other time‑limited visas.
welcomes applicants with immigration routes that do not require future skilled worker sponsorship.
Security clearance
may require security clearance, usually needing uk nationality or five years residence in the uk.
Company
Overview
Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision.
Design of major infrastructure and transport systems.
Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.
Culture + Values
We are one global team.
We strive to make a positive difference.
We value people and their contributions.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are committed to innovation and excellence.
We take responsibility for our actions.
Environment + Sustainability
Committed to reducing carbon emissions globally.
Aims to embed sustainability throughout its operations.
Committed to contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Inclusion & Diversity
Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
Tracks and publishes gender diversity data for its global workforce.