Placement Mechanical Engineer

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott Mac Donald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mottmacdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

Our placements last for 12 months, working across both design and construction teams, to offer the broadest exposure to the industry, working on real-world projects that make a difference in communities. It’s a great chance to get involved with live projects while gaining experience relevant to your degree. This role is based within our United Utilities framework, so travel around the North West region is required.

• Collaborate with experienced mechanical engineers both on-site and in the office, gaining practical experience in mechanical systems and project implementation.
• Engage in a variety of water and waste water projects, from design and planning to installation and maintenance, ensuring systems operate efficiently and effectively.
• Enhance your skills in mechanical design, system analysis, and problem-solving, preparing you for a successful career in mechanical engineering.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and promote a safe working environment on all projects.

• You must be studying a full-time undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

• Gain practical experience in your chosen role
• Work on projects that have a positive impact on the community
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• 26 days annual leave (pro rata for the duration of your placement)
• Access to our Early Career Professionals network

Plus, if you have a successful placement year you could be offered a permanent role for when you finish your studies, as well as the potential for funding support towards your final academic year.

Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future. This role is to start Summer 2027.

This is a Mott Mac Donald Bentley role, employed by Mott Mac Donald.

Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott Mac Donald.

Mott Mac Donald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott Mac Donald.

This role is employed by Mott Mac Donald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott Mac Donald and JN Bentley colleagues.

Mott Mac Donald is 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.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes,…