2027 UK Graduate Electrical Engineering Career Path: Energy

Mott MacDonald; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for a motivated graduate electrical engineer to join collaborative project teams in the energy sector. You will build technical knowledge through real project experience, learn from experienced engineers and contribute ideas from the outset.

Our graduate opportunities span Transmission and Distribution, Nuclear, and Thermal Transition. You will select your preferred sector and location during the application process as you progress toward a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Less than 12 months' relevant experience (excluding placements).
• Bachelor's degree obtained no earlier than 2025 or expected in 2025 in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Supporting optioneering, feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis to identify practical, sustainable solutions to client challenges
• Contributing to concept and front-end engineering design, including technical assessments, equipment selection and cost estimates
• Developing detailed electrical designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and coordinated digital or BIM models
• Using data, modelling and engineering software to test performance, manage interfaces and support evidence-based decisions
• Supporting procurement, construction, commissioning and operation to help ensure assets are delivered safely and perform as intended
• Working with colleagues and stakeholders including utilities, network operators, developers, contractors, manufacturers, investors and regulatory bodies
• Preparing clear technical reports and presenting findings to project teams and clients

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Technical reporting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Power Systems Engineering

Tools

BIM

Job description

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.

Application process

• 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.

Job Description

The energy sector is changing rapidly as the UK and global markets work to deliver cleaner power, strengthen energy security and create resilient systems for the future. At Mott MacDonald, our multidisciplinary teams help clients turn these ambitions into practical, deliverable solutions. By combining technical expertise, digital innovation and a whole-system perspective, we support informed decisions and create long-term value for clients, communities and the environment.

As a graduate electrical engineer, you will join collaborative project teams working on some of the energy industry’s most important challenges. You will build your technical knowledge through real project experience, learn from experienced engineers and contribute ideas from the outset.

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.

Your opportunity:

Our graduate opportunities span a range of energy sectors. During the application process, you will select your preferred sector and location.

Transmission and Distribution:

Help plan, design and deliver the electricity networks needed to connect new generation, move power efficiently and maintain a secure, reliable supply. You could support onshore and offshore transmission, distribution networks, grid connections, interconnectors and infrastructure operating from 11kV to above 400kV. Your work may involve primary plant, protection and control, terrestrial and subsea cables, or power systems studies.

Nuclear:

Contribute across the nuclear lifecycle, from new-build and emerging reactor technologies to the safe management, decommissioning and remediation of legacy assets. You may support electrical system design, equipment specification, safety and regulatory requirements, resilience assessments, constructability or digital engineering in a highly controlled environment where quality and integrity are essential.

Thermal Transition:

Support the move toward reliable, lower-carbon thermal energy systems by improving asset performance, integrating new technologies and developing practical decarbonisation pathways. Projects may include gas-fired generation, energy-from-waste, district heating, fuel switching, hydrogen, carbon capture utilisation and storage, and the repurposing of existing infrastructure.

Whichever sector you join, you will work alongside experienced engineers and specialists to provide high-value technical support across the project lifecycle. Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting optioneering, feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis to identify practical, sustainable solutions to client challenges
• Contributing to concept and front-end engineering design, including technical assessments, equipment selection and cost estimates
• Developing detailed electrical designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and coordinated digital or BIM models
• Using data, modelling and engineering software to test performance, manage interfaces and support evidence-based decisions
• Supporting procurement, construction, commissioning and operation to help ensure assets are delivered safely and perform as intended
• Working with colleagues and stakeholders including utilities, network operators, developers, contractors, manufacturers, investors and regulatory bodies
• Preparing clear technical reports and presenting findings to project teams and clients

Candidate Specification

At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in.

To be eligible for this opportunity, you will haveless than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a minimum of a bachelors degree (obtainedno earlier than 2025) or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines:

• Electrical Engineering
• Power Systems Engineering