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Graduate Civil Engineer Renewable Energy - Edinburgh/Glasgow/Inverness- start date April 27 onwards

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Support the delivery of consultancy services on renewable energy engineering projects.
  • Gain experience in wind, solar, hydro, hydrogen, and battery storage projects.
  • A 2:1 or above in Civil Engineering is required.
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with start dates between April - October 2027.

About the Role

About the Team

At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As the world accelerates efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy, we’re playing a pivotal role in delivering innovative, low-carbon energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the industry, our communities, and the planet.

As a global leader in advisory, engineering, environmental, programme delivery and construction services, we’re committed to delivering resilient, sustainable legacies. From wind and solar to hydropower, energy storage, hydrogen and nuclear, our projects span the entire energy ecosystem, enabling the UK’s transition to a greener future. We're proud to be working on some of the most iconic energy projects, ensuring a balanced, reliable, and sustainable energy mix for future generations.

Successful candidates will be deployed to work on different projects providing civil support for the following types of technologies:

  • On and offshore wind
  • Solar PV
  • Hydroelectric – run of river and pumped storage.
  • Grid connection works – cable route and substation civil
  • Hydrogen production and storage
  • Battery energy storage systems (BESS)

Projects include all stages of design from feasibility to detailed design and site construction supervision both in the UK and internationally. Our clients are a mix between large energy utility generators to private developers.

What You'll Do

  • Supporting the delivery of consultancy services on renewable energy engineering projects.
  • Providing input into feasibility level studies for renewable energy projects in conjunction with the wider AECOM teams.
  • Preparation of technical reports.
  • Preparation of detailed design information
  • Assisting in securing work with renewable energy developers and their supply chain

Perks and Development

  • On the job support and learning: paired with a senior mentor.
  • Graduate Development Programme (2-year ADVANCE programme) with instructor-led training, online curriculum via AECOM University, and webinar series.
  • Opportunities for Chartership with the relevant international professional institution.
  • Flexible hybrid working model.
  • Technical practice networks.
  • AECOM University.
  • Volunteering days.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • BEng Civil Engineering
  • A 2:1 (or equivalent) degree classification or above
  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to continued education and improvement through participating in our approved training schemes.
  • Demonstrable interest in a career in renewable energy.
  • Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
  • Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing.
  • Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive.
  • Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively.
  • Ability to work in a team and independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MSc/MEng would be an advantage.
  • Work experience in the renewable energy or related field.
  • Some familiarity with CAD and ArcGIS.
  • Driving license.
  • Student member of an appropriate professional institution.
  • Working ability in a second language and/or relevant work experience outside the UK/Ireland.

Additional Information

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply as early as possible.
  • Start dates between April - October 2027.
  • Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
  • You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
  • All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.