Graduate Electrical Engineer - 2027

Mott MacDonald; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Learning & development

Employee Resource Groups

Performance bonuses

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Mott MacDonald invites graduates to join a structured three-year development journey designed to build professional, commercial, and personal effectiveness skills in electrical engineering. The program includes immersive experiences, mentorship, and collaboration with experienced professionals across the US and Canada.

The Woodlands, TX-based role offers a hybrid working policy with in-office collaboration, starting in 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Preferred: successful completion of EIT exam, or ability to take EIT exam within 12 months (only for engineering positions).
• Demonstrated interest via internships, volunteering, or memberships.
• Creative and pragmatic problem solving.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with clients and colleagues.
• Resilient, growth-oriented mindset and stakeholder relationship-building.
• Collaborative teamwork across internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting and monitoring site inspections
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through Early Career Professionals Network

Skills

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we believe engineering is more than solving problems; it is about shaping a future that is inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. As we expand across the US and Canada, we are inviting passionate individuals to join a purpose-driven journey powered by brilliant people. As trusted consultants, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges, deliver sustainable solutions, and create lasting impact for the communities they serve.

From the moment you join our team, you will work alongside experienced engineering consultants, project managers, subject matter experts, mentors, and peers who champion integrity, teamwork, excellence, and innovation. You will build your technical skills while developing the mindset of a consultant; contributing to meaningful work, collaborating to achieve better outcomes, and growing with support every step of the way.

As a participant in Blueprint, our new graduate program, you will embark on a structured three-year development journey designed in collaboration with an award-winning learning provider. The program combines immersive learning experiences with required development sessions to build the professional, commercial, and personal effectiveness skills graduates need to thrive and lead in our business.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting and monitoring site inspections
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through our Early Career Professionals Network

To be considered for this 2027 opportunity, here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Preferred: successful completion of EIT exam, or ability to take EIT exam within 12 months (only for engineering positions)
• Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities, or organization memberships
• Creative thinking skills, with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage confidently with clients and colleagues
• Resilient, solution-oriented mindset, with a focus on continuous growth and delivering value
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and rapport with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork

This position is located in Woodlands, TX. You must be able to reliably commute to our office in this location, per our hybrid working policy.

Here’s an overview of what to expect this recruitment season:

• August 2026 – Application Window Opens
• November 30, 2026 – Application Window Closes
• December 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027 – Interviews
• February 1, 2027 – March 31, 2027 – Hiring Decisions Finalized
• June 7, 2027 – June 14, 2027 – Start Date

Build your career while helping shape what comes next.

At Mott MacDonald, you will be encouraged to explore your potential, share your ideas, and make meaningful contributions from the start.

• Learning and development experiences that support your career goals
• Dedicated mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• Employee Resource Groups that help build connection and community
• Meaningful opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow every day

Bring your curiosity, compassion, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative engineering consultancy where your perspective is valued, your development is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US, as Mott MacDonald is unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Benefits & Rewards

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

The expected salary for this position is $80,000 - $89,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek 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.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Location(s):

The Woodlands, TX, US

Contract Type: Regular (US only)

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Discipline: Electrical

Job Ref: 16449