Graduate Fire Engineering Career Path

Before making an application, please browse all graduate opportunities available as we will only accept one application per candidate. Once you have made an application you will not be able to make changes to your selection or make a new application. The exception is if we open new vacancies in the new year.

To avoid missing out on your preferred role, we recommend applying as early as possible, as positions will close once filled.

• Online strengths-based assessment
• Application form

CVs and cover letters are not required as part of the application process. Candidates will be assessed through a single-stage strengths-based interview.

Start your career with a global, employee-owned consultancy where your work can make a real difference. At Mott Mac Donald, you'll work alongside experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and have the support, learning opportunities, and experience needed to grow your career from day one.

At the heart of every resilient building and transport system lies a commitment to safety, innovation, and integrity. Our fire engineering team is driven by a shared purpose: to protect lives, enhance infrastructure, and contribute to a safer, more sustainable world.

We believe fire engineering is more than a technical discipline - it’s a vital investment in the wellbeing of communities and the future of our built environment. Whether designing iconic buildings or complex transport systems, we challenge conventional approaches to deliver bespoke, dynamic fire safety solutions that are as innovative as the projects themselves.

As a graduate fire engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping fire strategies that safeguard people and assets. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop life safety systems, firefighting provisions, and technically advanced fire-engineered solutions tailored to each project’s unique goals.

In this role, you will:

• Shape the future of safety by developing fire strategies using both dynamic simulations and prescriptive codes.
• Collaborate with top-tier clients and design teams, translating complex project needs into clear, trusted fire safety advice.
• Influence cutting-edge designs to embed fire strategy solutions that are practical, innovative, and performance-driven.
• Get hands-on experience with site visits and technical assessments that bring your recommendations to life.
• Explore the science behind fire dynamics using fire modelling and advanced tools to predict behaviour and support robust fire strategies.
• Work globally, applying your expertise across diverse sectors, from high-rise buildings and infrastructure to energy, transport, and nuclear

We’re proud of our award-winning reputation and the trust our clients place in us. But what truly sets us apart is our culture - one that celebrates collaboration, values diversity, and prioritises wellbeing.

From mentorship to technical training, we invest in your personal and professional journey.

We welcome diverse perspectives and foster an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

You’ll be part of a supportive, caring team that works together to solve complex challenges and celebrate shared successes.

Your work will contribute to safer hospitals, transport hubs, military installations, and more - projects that matter to society.

We uphold the highest standards of ethics and transparency in everything we do.

We have opportunities in our Croydon and London offices.

At Mott Mac Donald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our…