Graduate Water Engineer - 2027
About the role
At Mott MacDonald you will join the Blueprint graduate program, a three‑year development journey combining immersive learning and required sessions to build professional, commercial and personal effectiveness. You will work alongside experienced consultants, project managers and mentors, contributing to engineering solutions, site inspections, client meetings, design refinement, report analysis, project management, digital tools, sustainable outcomes and the Early Career Professionals Network. The role is based in Iselin, NJ with a hybrid work pattern (minimum three days per week in the office). Recruitment timeline: application window opens August 2026, closes November 30, 2026; interviews December 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027; hiring decisions finalized February 1 – March 31, 2027; start date June 7, 2027.
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 our Early Career Professionals Network
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field
- Preferred: successful completion of EIT exam, or ability to take EIT exam within 12 months
- Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities, or organization memberships
- Authorized to work for any employer in the US (no sponsorship)
Skills
- 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
Benefits
- Personal and group performance bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- FSA and HSA accounts
- Company‑paid life insurance
- Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
- Competitive 401(k) plan with company matching
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Caregiver leave
- Employee referral bonuses
- Professional registration and membership reimbursements
- Tuition assistance for continued learning and career development
Pay
The expected salary for this position is $76,000 – $84,000. Individual pay is determined based on work location, education, experience, and unique skills.
Schedule
Hybrid working policy: minimum of three days per week in the office, with flexibility to meet client, team and personal commitments.