Key Takeaways
- Work on diverse ground engineering projects, including investigations, design, and analysis.
- Requires a 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Geology.
- Part of a 2-year Graduate Development Programme with technical training.
- Hybrid work options available.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking Graduate Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists to join their Ground Engineering team in St Albans for the 2027 intake.
What You'll Do
As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist, you will work on a variety of projects, contributing to:
- Desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys, and geomorphological mapping.
- The design, planning, and procurement of ground investigations.
- Supervising ground investigation fieldwork.
- Geological interpretation and preparing interpretative reports.
- Analysis of geotechnical data, creating ground models, and designing/reporting on ground engineering solutions (foundations, retaining walls, soil slope stability, earthworks, and rock slope stabilisation).
- Utilising cutting-edge digital software like Openground and Leapfrog.
- Working with 2D and 3D numerical analysis software packages, with opportunities to develop modelling skills.
About the Team
The Ground Engineering team in the UK & Ireland consists of 150 professionals providing services such as project management, feasibility studies, ground investigation design and interpretation, detailed design, contract administration, and construction supervision. They work on projects across energy, water, nuclear, power, road and rail, aviation, ports and harbours, commercial and industrial developments, and landslip investigation and remediation.
Professional Development
AECOM offers a 2-year Graduate Development Programme (GDP) designed to cultivate top talent. Graduates in Ground Engineering will also enrol in GEO Grounding, an in-house technical training academy focusing on modules like Desk Study, Geological Interpretation, Ground Investigation, Ground Model Development, and Geotechnical Design.
Entry Requirements
- 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.
- A full UK driving license is preferred.
- Strong communication, prioritisation, and independent working skills.
Application Information
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling recruitment basis.
- Please include a covering letter detailing predicted/obtained academic grades, your available work dates, and preferred locations.
- You must have the right to work in the UK.
- An in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required.