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.
If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.
Mott MacDonald is seeking a passionate and driven Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our dynamic NYC team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to some of the most complex and transformative underground infrastructure projects across North America. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable, and resilient tunnel solutions.
As an EIT, you’ll be supported through mentorship, technical training, and hands-on project experience to help you grow into a confident and capable professional engineer.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design and analysis of tunnel structures, shafts, caverns, and underground transit systems
Support geotechnical and structural assessments using numerical modeling and design software
Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications under the guidance of senior engineers
Participate in site investigations, inspections, and construction support activities
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including geotechnical, civil, and environmental engineers
Contribute to sustainability and carbon-conscious design initiatives
Engage in internal knowledge-sharing and professional development programs
We’re looking for individuals who are curious, collaborative, and committed to making a positive impact through engineering.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering
Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
Strong academic foundation in soil and/or rock mechanics, structural analysis, and underground construction
Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Plaxis, FLAC, or similar tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Enthusiasm for working on complex infrastructure projects and learning from industry leaders
Preferred Experience:
At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.
Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.
The expected salary for this position is $89,000 - $108,000
Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.
We seek 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 have the opportunity to contribute.
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.
