TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake numerical analysis, research, and feasibility studies for dam and reservoir projects.
- Gain experience in hydraulic, structural, geotechnical, and environmental design.
- Requires a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
- Hybrid work options available.
- Must have permanent right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
About the Role
Join AECOM in preserving engineering heritage while pioneering the future of resilient water infrastructure. You will help to deliver industry-leading reservoir and dam projects across the UK and further afield, including safety upgrades, hydropower, new storage and resilience schemes.
Our graduates gain valuable experience working on a variety of projects alongside different disciplines. You will develop your understanding of hydraulic, structural, geotechnical and environmental design through calculations, report writing and use of engineering software. You will work alongside experienced engineers and consultants in a positive culture where learning and development is actively supported.
What you'll do:
- Undertake numerical analysis using specialist software to assist with the study of dams and reservoirs.
- Keep up-to-date with developments in regulatory legislation and guidelines.
- Carry out research and apply theoretical knowledge to new situations, assisting with project delivery improvement.
- Undertake feasibility studies to appraise the practicability of alternative solutions, considering technical performance, health and safety, cost, and environmental benefits.
- Prepare designs, drawings, specifications, and contracts.
- Write clear, concise reports and prepare presentations for colleagues, clients, and regulators.
- Join site visits to support dam inspections and understand how assets perform.
Examples of projects:
- Exploring potential locations for new reservoirs across the Southwest.
- Designing eight dams for the Loch Kemp pumped storage hydro scheme.
- Upgrading ageing dams to maintain safety and performance.
- Helping clients maintain safe dams and compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975.
- Supporting dam risk assessments in the USA.
Qualifications
What we're looking for:
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field (e.g. geology, geotechnics, structures).
- A master’s degree in the above subjects would be an advantage.
- Water-related modules or relevant work experience would be an advantage.
- Enthusiastic, hard-working, and technically proficient.
- Curiosity and an inquisitive mindset, with strong research skills.
- Interest in reservoir engineering and the wider water industry.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to work independently with initiative.
- An interest in applying sustainable development principles.
- Capability to consider client and business expectations and commercial implications.
Additional Information
- Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible as CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.
- Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
- You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.
- Hybrid work options are available.