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Application Information Before making an application, please browse all graduate opportunities available as we will only accept one application per candidate. Once you have made an application you will not be able to make changes to your selection or make a new application. The exception is if we open new vacancies in the new year. To avoid missing out on your preferred role, we recommend applying as early as possible, as positions will close once filled. Application process Online strengths-based assessment Application form CVs and cover letters are not required as part of the application process. Candidates will be assessed through a single-stage strengths-based interview. Job Description Graduate Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) Engineer - Manchester (Master’s degree essential) Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) Engineering encompasses a diverse range of skills required to design, develop and deliver safe, reliable and efficient railway electrification systems. OCS engineers play a key role in supporting the decarbonisation of the railway by designing infrastructure that provides electrical power to trains while ensuring compliance with railway standards, operational requirements and constructability constraints. As an OCS Engineer, you will be involved in a wide range of activities including, but not limited to, OCS system, basic and allocation design, layout and cross section 2D and 3D design, engineering calculations, bridge and structure assessments, loading assessments and foundation design, feasibility studies, and multidisciplinary design coordination. You will gain experience in developing and delivering electrification solutions across all stages of the project lifecycle, from early concept and feasibility studies through to detailed design and construction support. Your role will include developing OCS designs for clients such as Network Rail, East West Rail, Irish Rail and SPL among other contractors and railway infrastructure owners. You will work within multidisciplinary project teams, collaborating closely with Track, Signalling, Telecommunications, Traction Power, Civils and Geotechnical disciplines to develop integrated railway solutions. This will provide an opportunity to understand the wider railway system and the interfaces that influence electrification design. As part of the Rail Division, you will also have opportunities to rotate into other engineering disciplines, work directly with both internal and external clients, and develop a broad understanding of railway infrastructure. This experience will support your professional development whilst working towards becoming a Chartered Engineer. You will contribute to pioneering rail electrification and decarbonisation projects across the UK, helping to deliver sustainable transport solutions and playing an important role in the future development of the railway network. Candidate Specification At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in. To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a masters degree (obtained no earlier than 2025) or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines: Mechanical engineering For some of our opportunities, a master’s degree is essential – this is reflected in the list of opportunities in the application form. In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald. You can do this by highlighting any relevant experience or interests - such as modules you've studied, previous work experience, or any research you've undertaken about our company, values, and projects. We personally review every completed application form we receive as this part of our selection process is entirely human led – we do not use AI tools at this stage and kindly ask you not to either. We want you to answer each application question with authenticity so we can get to know the real you. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story. We are looking for graduates with the following strengths: Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently. Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues. Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity. Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. Our ethos is to develop, train and retain our graduates and therefore we are looking for a long-term relationship with our graduates. For this reason, we ca