Logo
Mott MacDonald

Graduate Environmental Engineer - 2026

Mott MacDonald, Woodbridge, New Jersey, United States

Save Job

Overview At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

As we expand our operations across the US and Canada, we invite passionate individuals to join us in a journey driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. We’re trusted consultants, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver lasting impact.

From the moment you join our team, you’ll work alongside experienced engineering consultants, project managers, and subject matter experts who are committed to excellence and innovation. You’ll collaborate with mentors and peers who champion integrity and teamwork, because collaboration drives better outcomes — and you’ll embrace the mindset of a consultant in addition to applying your engineering skills.

Together, we tackle complex challenges, deliver sustainable solutions, and create positive change for our clients and the communities they serve. You’ll be trusted to contribute, encouraged to grow, and supported every step of the way.

Position Overview As a participant of our brand-new graduate program launching in 2026, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a variety of impactful projects. 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

Qualifications & Requirements To be considered for this 2026 opportunity, here’s what you’ll need:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, or related field

Successful completion of EIT exam, or ability to take EIT exam within 12 months

Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through 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 with internal and external stakeholders

Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork

Location This position is located in Iselin, NJ or Morristown, NJ. You must be able to reliably commute to our office in this location, per our hybrid working policy.

Benefits & Opportunities We’re more than engineers — we’re changemakers. Here are some of the opportunities you’ll find at Mott MacDonald:

Best in class learning and development initiatives

Dedicated mentorship program

Network of Employee Resource Groups

Opportunities for excellence every day

Commitment to Inclusion We welcome individuals who are driven by curiosity, compassion, and a desire to make a difference. If you’re excited by the idea of working in an engineering consultant that values your growth and empowers you to lead with integrity, we’d love to hear from you.

Recruitment Timeline

August 29, 2025 — Application Window Opens

November 30, 2025 — Application Window Closes

December 1, 2025 — January 31, 2026 — Interviews

February 1, 2026 — March 31, 2026 — Hiring Decisions Finalized

June 1, 2026 — Start Date

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

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Equal opportunity is the law. 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.

Hybrid working policy: We offer a hybrid working policy that supports flexibility, well-being, and trust.

#J-18808-Ljbffr