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Graduate Bridge Structures Engineer - Chesterfield (2027 Start)

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Chesterfield
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Work on diverse bridge and structural engineering projects, from concept to completion, using industry-leading software.
  • Develop your career through AECOM's Graduate Development Programme, with support for professional chartership.
  • Requires a BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (2:1 or above) and a strong interest in bridge structures.
  • Hybrid working options available, with Day 1 onboarding required at an AECOM office.

About the Role

AECOM is seeking ambitious, hardworking, and enthusiastic Civil & Structural Engineering graduates to join their expanding Bridges and Structures team. 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 element analysis, structural inspections, and renewal feasibility studies.
  • Potentially supervise on-site works and manage structures schemes.

Professional Development

  • AECOM is committed to the development of its graduates, offering mobility between projects and increasing responsibility.
  • You will be part of a Graduate Development Programme (GDP) designed to develop talent for future leadership.
  • Support will be provided to achieve Chartership with the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) or Institute of Structural Engineers (ISructE), including a mentor and regular training modules.
  • Opportunities for on-the-job technical development, classroom training, and exposure to live client projects with multi-disciplinary teams.

Entry Requirements

  • BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above.
  • An MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering would be an advantage.
  • Structural modules or Structural/Bridge Engineering experience would be an advantage.
  • Ability to demonstrate a good technical understanding of Civil & Structural Engineering.
  • Demonstrable interest in Bridge Structures Engineering and developing a career in this industry.
  • Willing and able to work towards chartership with ICE or IStructE.
  • Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the confidence to engage with various stakeholders and discuss technical issues.
  • Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive.
  • Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively.
  • Ability to work in a team and independently.
  • Must have the right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
  • Please include a covering letter with your application, providing all predicted and/or obtained academic grades and details of your availability and preferred locations.
  • Hybrid work options are available.
  • Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location is required.