Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB
Graduate Mechanical Engineer
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Overview
Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy, and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.
About The Role
As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you will work as part of the Mechanical Team to provide support in the delivery of multi-disciplined projects. You will be based in the office working on the Mechanical design aspects, in an operational office or out on-site supporting delivery and commissioning depending on the phase of the project. If working on site, you will be working alongside a commissioning engineer. A supportive team will be behind you, and you’ll be given every opportunity to progress and develop your skills and get involved in the work carried out.
What You’ll Do
- Work within a team to deliver engineering projects from initial concept, through detailed design, procurement, and construction to client hand back
- Undertake engineering calculation and utilize digital techniques to produce the design
- Liaise with Sub-Contractors & Suppliers
- Approve Drawings and Designs of Suppliers
- Oversee the activity of Sub-Contractors & Suppliers on Site
- Assist with maintaining our world-class safety culture of our critical designs, health & safety documentation, O&M manuals, and commissioning plans.
What You’ll Need
- Graduated or due to graduate with a degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng) or a post-graduate qualification (MSc)
- 1 year experience in industry
- Valid driving licence
- Confidence, motivation, plus the ability to handle multiple tasks and problem-solve
- Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
What's In It For You
In addition to our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme designed to accelerate your growth, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing inside and outside the workplace.
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- 33 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days (maximum 45 days)
- Private health care and a health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs
- Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms
- Flexible pension contributions matched by employer up to 7%
- Access to our Early Career Professionals network
- Internal Development Scheme to support and guide you through your journey to becoming Chartered
- Tools and resources to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future.
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Other Information
This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.
This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.
About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities, and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.
Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.
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We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better.
We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business, and endless opportunities.
We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards.
You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities—from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk—our projects make a real difference.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
A Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect.
Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion - Mott MacDonald
Agile working
We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.
Location(s):
Shifnal, GB
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full Time
Market: Water
Discipline: Water
Job Ref: 16158
Recruiter Contact: emily.naylor@jnbentley.co.uk
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