Graduate Tunnel Engineer – Tunnel Engineering

Job Description

Graduate Tunnels Engineer – 2026 | Mott MacDonald

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role at Mott MacDonald, with primary locations in Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX. Mott MacDonald is an engineering consultancy that partners with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable solutions. As a global organization, they are committed to shaping a future that is inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. This role is an opportunity for new graduates to contribute to meaningful work from the start, developing technical and consulting skills while creating lasting impact for communities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full Time
• Location: Hybrid – Los Angeles, CA
• Pay: $79000–$88000 yearly
• Mission: This person assists in the development of tunnel designs and supports various engineering analyses and documentation for underground structures.
• Tech Stack: CAD, modeling tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Design: Assist in the development of tunnel designs, including shafts, linings, and underground structures.
• Analysis: Perform engineering calculations and support structural and geotechnical analysis.
• Documentation: Develop and review engineering drawings using CAD and modeling tools.
• Reporting: Support preparation of feasibility studies, technical reports, and design deliverables.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, structural, civil).

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field. This is an entry-level role for new graduates participating in the Blueprint program.
• Experience: Successful completion of the EIT exam, or the ability to take the EIT exam within 12 months. Demonstrated interest in the chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities, or organization memberships.
• Skills: Creative thinking with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving, proficient communication and presentation skills, resilient and solution-oriented mindset, ability to build and maintain relationships, and a collaborative spirit with a commitment to teamwork.
• Bonus: Knowledge in Soil Mechanics & Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology / Rock Mechanics, Foundation Engineering, Structural Analysis, Underground Construction / Tunnel Engineering, Finite Element / Numerical Methods, Construction Methods & Temporary Works, Engineering Materials, or Hydrogeology / Groundwater Engineering.