2027 UK Graduate Digital Infrastructure Engineering Career Path

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. Start your career with a global, employee-owned consultancy where your work can make a real difference. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and have the support, learning opportunities, and experience needed to grow your career from day one. Job Description Connect Communities. Enable Possibilities. Shape the Digital Future. At Mott MacDonald, we believe that digital infrastructure has the power to transform how people live, work, travel, and connect. As technology becomes increasingly embedded within the built environment, the systems we design today will help create smarter, safer, more sustainable places for future generations. As a Graduate Digital Infrastructure Engineer, you'll join a collaborative team of experts who are delivering innovative digital solutions across some of the world's most exciting and complex projects. Working within our Building Services team, you'll help shape the digital systems that underpin critical infrastructure, supporting buildings, transport networks, energy facilities, and essential services that communities rely on every day. This is more than the beginning of your career. It's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, learn from industry-leading professionals, and help create a more connected and resilient future. The Opportunity Digital infrastructure engineering sits at the intersection of technology, engineering, and the built environment. As digital transformation accelerates across industries, you'll play a key role in helping clients harness technology to improve performance, enhance safety, increase efficiency, and deliver better outcomes for people and communities. Working in our Building Services team, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of intelligent infrastructure solutions. Through structured development, mentoring, and hands-on project experience, you'll build the technical, professional, and collaborative skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry. What You'll Do As a Graduate Digital Infrastructure Engineer, you'll support the design and delivery of a wide range of digital systems and technologies, including: Telecommunication systems that enable reliable connectivity and communication. Electronic physical security systems, including CCTV, access control, and intruder detection solutions. Structured cabling systems that form the backbone of modern digital infrastructure. Active data networks and IT systems that support efficient and secure operations. Life safety systems, including fire detection, public address, voice alarm, and emergency voice communication systems. Audio-visual solutions that enhance communication, collaboration, and user experience. Building and industrial control systems that enable smarter, more efficient and sustainable operations. You'll also Collaborate with engineers, architects, technology specialists, and project teams to deliver integrated solutions. Contribute to the development of innovative and sustainable infrastructure designs. Participate in project meetings, design reviews, site visits, and stakeholder engagement activities. Support technical analysis, calculations, specifications, and design documentation. Develop an understanding of emerging digital technologies and their application within the built environment. Help clients create safer, smarter, and more connected environments. Why This Role Matters Digital infrastructure is increasingly central to modern society. From improving public safety and supporting decarbonisation goals to enhancing operational efficiency and enabling intelligent buildings, the systems you help design will have a tangible impact on people's lives. Your work will contribute to: Creating smarter and more resilient infrastructure. Supporting safe, secure, and connected environments. Improving operational performance through digital innovation. Helping organisations reduce environmental impact through intelligent systems. Enabling communities to benefit from future-ready technology. 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 have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements ) an d have a bachelors and a masters d egree (obtained no earlier than 2025) or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines: Electronic Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Telecommunications Engineering Computer Systems Engineering Building Services Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Network Engineering Computer Science Digital Engineering Or a related discipline This opportunity will require you to be eligible to achieve security clearance. Security clearance is dictated by the types of projects we work on and normally requires you to be a UK British national or lived in the UK for five years or more. In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald. You can do this by highlighting any relevant experience or interests - such as modules you've studied, previous work experience, or any research you've undertaken about our company, values, and projects. We personally review every completed application form we receive as this part of our selection process is entirely human led – we do not use AI tools at this stage and kindly ask you not to either. We want you to answer each application question with authenticity so we can get to know the real you. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story. We are looking for graduates with the following strengths: Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently. Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues. Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity. Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. Our ethos is to develop, train and retain our graduates and therefore we are looking for a long-term relationship with our graduates. For this reason, we cannot accept applications from candidates who would be working under the Graduate visa route or other time-limited visas, (irrespective of visa duration), due to their temporary nature and the requirement for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route in future. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. AI Usage At Mott MacDonald, we see the value AI can bring, but we take a people-first approach to hiring. While AI tools can help candidates prepare an