2025 UK Graduate Engineering Geologist and Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking recent graduates for the Graduate Engineering Geologist and Graduate Geotechnical Engineer roles. This exciting opportunity involves working on significant civil engineering projects, including tunnelling and geotechnics. As part of a recognized team, you will engage in site investigations, geological assessments, and technical reporting. With a commitment to professional development, the company offers structured training and mentorship to support your career growth. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and innovation while contributing to impactful projects that improve society.

Benefits

Biannual salary reviews

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits scheme

Social and sporting events

Diversity and inclusion focus

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with less than 12 months relevant experience.
• Degree obtained from 2023 onwards in relevant disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing desk studies and planning ground investigations.
• Analyzing soil and rock mechanics and classifying rock masses.
• Budgeting and technical reporting for projects.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Soil Mechanics

Civil Engineering

Rock Engineering

Site Investigation

Education

Degree in Engineering Geology

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

2025 UK Graduate Engineering Geologist and Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Join to apply for the 2025 UK Graduate Engineering Geologist and Graduate Geotechnical Engineer role at Mott MacDonald.

Application details: 3 days ago, first 25 applicants, closing on Friday 9th May 2025.

Job Description

We manage and deliver designs for major below ground civil projects, specializing in foundations, geotechnics, and tunnelling. Projects include Crossrail, East London Line, Victoria Station Upgrade, Budapest Metro, Dublin Interconnector, and TfL tunnels refurbishment. Our team was recognized as Consulting Firm of the Year at the Ground Engineering Awards 2024.

Areas of expertise include value management, geotechnical advice, site investigation, rock engineering, slope engineering, coastal engineering, environmental geotechnics, and more.

Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing desk studies
• Planning, procuring, supervising, and reporting on ground investigations
• Providing geological input for foundation and earthworks design
• Analyzing soil and rock mechanics
• Classifying rock masses
• Budgeting and technical reporting

Locations: Altrincham, Brighton, Cardiff, Sheffield (please specify preference).

Candidate Requirements

Recent graduates with less than 12 months relevant experience, degree obtained from 2023 onwards, in disciplines such as engineering geology, geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, or civil engineering.

Ideal candidates are methodical, proactive, communicative, and detail-oriented. We support flexible working arrangements.

Note: Mott MacDonald does not sponsor Skilled Worker visas; applications from candidates on other eligible immigration routes are welcome.

Development Opportunities

Structured training, mentorship, and support for chartered status. Participation in global geotechnics practice, webinars, workshops, and the GE Awards Graduate Accelerator Program.

Additional benefits include biannual salary reviews, competitive salary, contributory pension, flexible benefits scheme, social and sporting events, discounts, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

About Mott MacDonald

A global consultancy dedicated to improving society through social outcomes, innovation, and excellence. Values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

Locations: Altrincham, Sheffield, Brighton, Cardiff. Contract: Permanent. Full-time. Industry: Civil Engineering.