Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join AECOM as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist in Newcastle.
- Work on diverse infrastructure projects, from ground investigations to detailed design.
- Requires a 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Geology.
- Benefit from a 2-year Graduate Development Programme and technical training.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking Graduate Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists to join their Ground Engineering team in Newcastle for the 2027 intake.
What You'll Do
As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist, you will work on a variety of projects, including:
- Desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys, and geomorphological mapping.
- Designing, planning, and procuring ground investigations.
- Supervising ground investigation fieldwork.
- Geological interpretation and preparing interpretative reports.
- Analysing geotechnical data, preparing ground models, and designing/reporting on ground engineering solutions (foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, earthworks, rock slope stabilisation).
- Utilising digital software like Openground and Leapfrog for data management and geological modelling.
- Working with 2D and 3D numerical analysis software packages.
Qualifications
- A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or higher.
- An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology is advantageous.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
- Competent use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D software 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.
- Strong communication, organisational, and independent working skills.
Professional Development
- Participate in AECOM's 2-year Graduate Development Programme (GDP).
- Enrol in the in-house technical training academy, GEO Grounding, covering modules like Desk Study, Geological Interpretation, Ground Investigation, Ground Model Development, and Geotechnical Design.
Additional Information
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- You must have the right to work in the UK.
- Hybrid working options are available.
- Day 1 onboarding will be in-person at an AECOM office location.