Graduate Electrical Engineering Career Path: Energy

Position: 2026 Graduate Electrical Engineering Career Path: Energy

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Energy role at Mott Mac Donald.

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Job Title

2026 UK Graduate Electrical Engineering Career Path:
Energy – Mott Mac Donald

Overview

Today, the realities of our world are transforming the energy sector at an unprecedented rate. At Mott Mac Donald, we are at the forefront of this transformation, delivering innovative energy solutions that power a cleaner and more sustainable future. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver services that help our clients make key decisions driving sustainable development.

We’re looking for passionate, purpose‑driven graduates to join us in shaping the future of energy. Whether you're inspired by clean energy, smart grids, or nuclear innovation, you'll find a place here to grow, thrive, and make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Optioneering and cost benefit analysis to support our clients to determine the optimum way to approach their challenges
• Front‑End‑Engineering‑Design (FEED) to progress a concept design to a maturity that can be procured, including cost estimation
• Detailed design for construction, developing complex BIM models in cutting‑edge software environments
• Construction and operation monitoring to ensure assets are built and operated to design
• Interface with various global stakeholders ranging from utilities, transmission network operators, EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) contractors, OEMs, investors, developers, and government and regulatory bodies in a fast‑paced environment and take part in high‑profile projects with dynamic challenges

Your Opportunity

• Electricity Energy Networks – Primary plant systems from 11kV to >400kV, protection, control, and secondary systems, cable systems (terrestrial and subsea), power systems analysis
• Nuclear – Be part of the safe and responsible transformation of legacy nuclear infrastructure, contributing to high‑impact decommissioning projects
• Thermal Generation – Support the evolution of thermal energy assets to meet modern demands with efficiency and sustainability, helping optimise performance, reduce emissions, and ensure operational excellence across diverse technologies

Candidate Specification

All our opportunities require a relevant bachelor’s degree as a minimum requirement; some may require a master’s degree. To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a degree (obtained no earlier than 2024) or be expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines:

• Electrical Engineering
• Power Systems Engineering

In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott Mac Donald. Highlight any relevant experience or interests—such as modules you've studied, previous work experience, or any research you've undertaken about our company, values, and projects. We personally review every completed application we receive and kindly expect you not to use AI tools.

We want you to answer each question with authenticity.

Key Strengths

• Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently
• Communicates effectively and clearly 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

Locations

Brighton, Croydon, Glasgow, York

Contract & Work Pattern

Permanent
• Full Time

Contact

Recruiter: earlyca

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Visa & Sponsorship

Mott Mac Donald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

Benefits

• Biannual salary reviews for the first three years of your career
• Competitive salary in line with industry standards
• Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary
• Flexible benefits scheme to suit your specific needs

Applications for this role will be reviewed throughout October and November and successful applicants will then be invited to an interview/assessment centre in December.

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