This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme run on a 6 month work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

Overview of role

After recent framework successes, we have opportunities for civil engineers (design engineers) in our Cambridge, Edinburgh, Bristol, Cardiff, Brighton, Reading offices within our multidisciplinary Water Consultancy Division.  We work on a vast range of design projects covering, for example:

• Water treatment
• Water distribution
• Wastewater recycling
• Industrial process water
• Desalination
• Irrigation
• Hydropower
• Flood defence

We cover all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning to handover.  We provide specialist technical support to colleagues across our global business, offering fantastic opportunities to get involved in diverse and technically challenging work. Our clients include the majority of UK water utility companies, and many other governmental organisations and private companies in the UK and overseas.

In this role you will be:

• Working across several different UK water authorities, with a main focus on United Utilities as a key client.
• Working as part of multi-disciplinary design teams in project delivery.
• Preparing design submissions to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Undertaking studies, concept, preliminary and detailed design.
• Interfacing and liaising with clients and other stakeholders.

You will work in close partnership with clients and contractors, building strong relationships that will enhance the company’s reputation and help secure further work.

Water consultants – Mott MacDonald

Wastewater treatment – Mott MacDonald

Candidate specification:

• Civil Engineering degree or other relevant degree.
• Candidates must have previously held or be willing to work towards professional chartership.
• Water and/or wastewater engineering design experience;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Understanding of the importance of prioritising health, safety, and environmental issues;
• Proactive approach, with an ability to adapt to changing scenarios.

We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future, and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve.
It’s our people who are powering that performance – we succeed when they do.

We employ brilliant people and we trust them to do brilliant things. With so many opportunities to collaborate, learn and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.

Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their different expertise, and champion you to be your best. We succeed together, and fairness and integrity run deep.

As a proudly employee-owned business, we’re here to benefit our clients, our communities and each other, and our success enables us to invest in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included and valued. We believe taking care of our people takes care of business, and we understand the balance between the person and the professional.

Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion:

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking 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 can contribute.

Locations:

• Cambridge, Edinburgh, Bristol, Cardiff, Brighton or Reading (hybrid)

If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)