Geotechnical Engineer - 2025 Graduate

Your opportunity 

We are looking for graduates who are passionate about development. Mott Macdonald offers a unique Asia Pacific and Australasia (APNA) Graduate program opportunity for 2025 in Malaysia. As a graduate, you’ll immerse yourself in the dynamic world of Geotechnical Engineering and contribute to meaningful initiatives within the Asia-Pacific region. 

About Mott Macdonald  

Mott MacDonald is a uniquely diverse global management, engineering and development consultancy that offers a diverse range of opportunities for potential employees to work with World Expert Practitioners on small- and large-scale projects within our East Asia region. 

Our unique geographical location allows us to leverage into expertise and resources from other countries in which we operate. Whether you are from a technical background or have traditionally worked in support services, you will be amazed at the career development opportunities that Mott MacDonald can offer to you. 

Your Challenge 

• Be involved in the delivery of a wide range of civil engineering projects including foundations, deep excavations, MRT/metro and other projects.

• Produce and outline detailed geotechnical design documentation, including reports, engineering sketches, engineering calculations, technical specifications, and tender documentation.

• Provide support to writing project proposals and business development.

• Having an appreciation of the roles of fellow professionals on multidisciplinary projects and interfacing and coordinating with them appropriately.

• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and appreciation of current technical standards and practices and taking a ‘hands on’ role in technical matters.

• A role in driving to digital strategies within civil engineering. 

Qualification 

• Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in civil / geotechnical engineering from an accredited university

• 1-3 years’ experience. Fresh graduate with high profile shall be well considered.

• Underground structures for transportation and general geotechnical design

• Familiar with latest design software packages (Plaxis, L-pile and others) and general geotechnical support design is preferable but not required

• Experienced in cut-and-cover structure design.

• Specialisation tunnels and tunnelling (if any) during university studies or during work experience is advantageous.

• Exposure to ports, coastal, offshore projects is preferable.

• Self-motivated, analytical with a learning mindset.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication & presentation skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent written communication with great attention to detail.

• A digital aptitude, strong learning mindset and interest to commit to driving social and sustainable outcomes.

• Collaborative, open, and constructive approach.

• A team player who is enthusiastic, driven and committed.

Application & Process 

We are looking for graduates who were enrolled in a relevant bachelor/master’s degree for the disciplines to which you are applying. You should have a desire to make a difference in the world, and share the values we believe in. We would love for you to be a collaborative personnel, who has a hands-on approach to problem-solving and is interested in upskilling or passionate about consultancy services for Project delivery. 

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 have the opportunity to contribute.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.