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Graduate Bridge Structures Engineer – Bristol (2027 Start)

AECOM
Bristol
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Work on diverse bridge design and assessment projects for local, national, and international clients.
  • Requires a BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering with a 2:1 or above.
  • Opportunity for professional development and chartership with the Institute of Civil Engineers.
  • Hybrid work options available.

About the Role

AECOM is seeking ambitious, hardworking, and enthusiastic Civil & Structural Engineering graduates to join their expanding Bridges business line. You will work on a variety of projects from concept design to implementation for local, national, and international clients.

What You'll Do

  • Contribute to the design of structures from inception to completion.
  • Undertake the assessment of existing structures, including on-site inspection and analysis.
  • Manage resources and tasks within a scheme of structures.
  • Use industry-leading computer software for:
    • Structural Design
    • Bridge Assessment
    • Finite Elements Analysis
    • Structural Inspections
    • Structures Renewal Feasibility Studies
    • On-site Works Supervision
    • Scheme Management

Professional Development

  • AECOM is committed to the development of its graduates, offering mobility between projects and increasing responsibility.
  • You will be part of the Graduate Development Programme (GDP), designed to develop talent for future leadership.
  • Support will be provided to achieve chartership with relevant professional institutions.
  • The programme includes on-the-job technical development, classroom training, and the opportunity to work on live client projects with multi-disciplinary exposure.

Entry Requirements

  • BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above.
  • MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering is an advantage.
  • Structural modules or Structural/Bridge Engineering experience is an advantage.
  • Demonstrable interest in Bridge Structures Engineering and a career in this industry.
  • Willingness to work towards chartership with the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE).
  • Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Effective communication skills, with the confidence to engage with various stakeholders and explain technical issues.
  • Enthusiastic, hard-working, ambitious, and driven.
  • Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling recruitment basis.
  • Include a covering letter with your application, detailing predicted/obtained academic grades and your availability/location preferences.
  • You must have the right to work in the UK.
  • A Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required.