TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join AECOM's Graduate Development Programme as a Rail Mechanical Engineer.
- Work on complex railway infrastructure projects, contributing to design and development.
- Requires a BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above) and a strong interest in rail.
- Hybrid working options available.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking Graduate Rail Mechanical Engineers to join their Graduate Development Programme. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills in a supportive environment focused on curiosity, collaboration, and innovation.
What You'll Do
As part of the Rail Mechanical Engineering team, you will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of mechanical systems for the railway network. You will gain experience across various rail projects, working with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the design of mechanical systems for railway stations, depots, tunnels, and other rail infrastructure.
- Performing engineering calculations, technical assessments, and design studies.
- Supporting site surveys, inspections, and condition assessments.
- Utilising industry-leading software and BIM tools for design documentation.
- Collaborating with civil, electrical, structural, signalling, and telecoms disciplines.
- Supporting the planning and coordination of construction and commissioning activities.
- Ensuring designs promote sustainability, energy efficiency, and maintainability.
- Participating in project reviews, technical workshops, and client meetings.
- Contributing to innovative engineering solutions to improve safety, reliability, and passenger experience.
Throughout the programme, you will develop technical and professional skills to support your journey towards chartership.
Qualifications
- BEng in Mechanical Engineering with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above.
- MEng in Mechanical Engineering would be advantageous.
- Modules in Rail Engineering, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, HVAC, Building Services, Power Systems, or related disciplines would be advantageous.
- Demonstrable interest in Rail and Mechanical Engineering and a desire to build a career in the industry.
- Good technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles and their application in transportation infrastructure.
- Willingness to work towards chartership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
- Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Enthusiastic, motivated, and driven to learn and develop.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Additional Information
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
- You may include a covering letter. Please provide predicted/obtained academic grades, availability dates, and preferred locations.
- You must have the right to work in the UK.
- Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location is required.