Graduate Traffic Engineer - Liverpool (2027 start)

AECOM is seeking talented and motivated graduates to join its Traffic Engineering teams across the UK and Ireland. As one of the largest dedicated Traffic Engineering teams in the UK&I, the work focuses on creating safer, more efficient, and sustainable transport networks.

Key areas of work include:

• Development and appraisal of solutions for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles.
• Road and street design.
• Traffic signals.
• Cycle facilities.
• Traffic management.
• Traffic modelling.

You will work in multidisciplinary teams with experienced engineers and technical professionals on projects ranging from concept and preliminary design through to modelling, detailed design, and implementation. This is a fast-paced and collaborative role requiring creativity, technical capability, strong communication, and a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Do

As a Graduate Traffic Engineer, you will receive guidance and mentoring from experienced engineers to develop your technical knowledge and professional skills. You will work on live projects and receive structured training in traffic engineering and design.

Initial responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development of designs and technical solutions.
• Attending site visits, meetings, and workshops.
• Collaborating with clients and other design professionals.

You will receive training in relevant engineering, design, and traffic modelling software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, LinSig, TRANSYT, VISSIM), and develop your understanding of digital engineering and BIM processes. As you gain experience, you will take on increasing responsibility for project tasks and technical deliverables.

Potential project experience includes:

• Road and street design
• Junction and intersection design
• Cycle lane and active travel design
• Bus priority and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) schemes
• Streetscape and urban improvement projects
• Traffic management planning and design
• Traffic signal design
• Traffic signage and road markings
• Traffic modelling and microsimulation
• Traffic impact assessments and transport assessments
• Network analysis and optimisation
• Feasibility studies and scheme development
• Road safety assessments and audits

Opportunities also exist to work alongside Highways teams on major highway projects, gaining exposure to a broad range of transportation and infrastructure design.

Qualifications

• Required: BEng in Civil Engineering, General Engineering, or Geography, with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or above.
• Advantageous: MEng in Civil Engineering or General Engineering (2:1 or above); MA/MSc in Geography, Transport Planning, or a related discipline; Master’s degree in Mathematics or another quantitative discipline.
• A genuine interest in traffic engineering, transport, and the development of safe, efficient, and sustainable transport networks.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good technical and report-writing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Enthusiastic, technically minded, motivated, with ambition and drive.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Information

• Applicants are encouraged to apply early as CVs will be reviewed, and candidates may receive an advanced offer start.
• A covering letter and all predicted/obtained academic grades must be included with the application.
• You must have permanent right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
• A Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location is required as a condition of employment.
• Hybrid work options are available.
• AECOM is a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role and have a disability or long-term condition. Contact ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com for details.