Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join AECOM as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist.
- Work on diverse infrastructure projects, from feasibility studies to detailed design and construction supervision.
- Requires a 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Geology.
- Benefit from a 2-year Graduate Development Programme and technical training.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; apply early.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking Graduate Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists to join their team for the 2027 intake. This is a full-time, hybrid role.
What You'll Do
As part of AECOM's Ground Engineering team, you will work on a variety of projects, contributing to services such as project management, feasibility studies, ground investigation design and interpretation, detailed design, contract administration, and construction supervision. Your responsibilities will include:
- Desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys and geomorphological mapping.
- Design, planning and procurement of ground investigations.
- Supervision of ground investigation fieldwork.
- Geological interpretation and preparation of interpretative reports.
- Analysis of geotechnical data, preparation of ground models, design and reporting of ground engineering solutions (foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, earthworks, rock slope stabilisation).
- Utilising digital software like Openground and Leapfrog.
- Opportunities to develop skills in 2D and 3D numerical analysis.
Qualifications
- A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology with a 2:1 classification or higher.
- An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is advantageous.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential; competence in AutoCAD/Civil 3D is desirable.
- Prior ground engineering work experience is preferred but not essential.
- Willingness to work towards professional qualifications (ICE, IOM3, or The Geological Society).
- Demonstrated interest in ground engineering projects.
- Flexibility to work away from home on sites and occasionally in other offices.
- Full UK driving license preferred.
Professional Development
- Participate in AECOM's 2-year Graduate Development Programme (GDP).
- Enroll in the in-house technical training academy, GEO Grounding, covering modules like Desk Study, Geological Interpretation, Ground Investigation, Ground Model Development, and Geotechnical Design.
Application Information
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling recruitment basis. Apply as early as possible.
- Include a covering letter detailing academic grades, availability dates, and preferred locations.
- You must have the right to work in the UK.