Graduate Geotechnical Engineer and Engineering Geologist in Edinburgh

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AECOM is built to deliver a better world. We design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments, businesses and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm, we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges, focusing on delivering innovative, pragmatic, and resilient sustainable design solutions.

Our Ground Engineering United Kingdom and Ireland (UK&I) team comprises 150 people and provides services ranging from project management, feasibility studies, ground investigation design and interpretation, detailed design, contract administration and construction supervision for ground engineering works in UK&I and overseas. We support internal and external clients on a wide variety of projects, predominantly working in energy, water (flood alleviation and waste water), nuclear (decommissioning and new build), power, road, rail, aviation, ports and harbours, commercial and industrial developments, landslip investigation and remediation.

Geotechnical and Engineering Geology graduates at AECOM will work on a range of projects, involving work such as:

• Desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys and geomorphological mapping
• Contribute to the design, planning and procurement of ground investigations
• Supervision of ground investigation fieldwork
• Geological interpretation and preparation of interpretative reports
• Analysis of geotechnical data, preparation of ground models, design and reporting on foundations, retaining walls, soil slope stability, earthworks, rock slope stabilisation
• AECOM uses cutting edge digital software including Openground, for ground investigation data management, and Leapfrog, for 3D geological modelling
• AECOM has a range of 2D and 3D numerical analysis software packages available; candidates with an interest in this area will have the opportunity to develop analysis and modelling skills.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above
• An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology would be an advantage.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office is essential, and competent use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D software is desirable.
• Candidates with Geotechnical work experience would be preferred although this is not essential.
• Willing and able to work towards professional qualifications (through the ICE, IOM3 or The Geological Society).
• Demonstrable interest in geotechnical projects and in promoting geotechnical activities with our clients.
• Flexible and willing to work away from home on sites and occasionally in other offices.
• Motivated to meet client and business expectations and be able to consider the wider financial and commercial implications of their actions.
• Effective communicator with colleagues, internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing.
• Capability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole.
• Ability to work independently without losing initiative & focus.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start. You must have the right to work in the UK.

Our 2 year Graduate Development Programme (GDP) along with our huge scope of projects across the globe will challenge and inspire you to make a real difference to the world we live in. Our GDP forms a core part of our business strategy globally, designed to develop the best talent across numerous disciplines to lead our business into the future.

Alongside our GDP we also enrol all Ground Engineering Graduates on GEO Grounding, our in-house technical training academy, focusing on a series of modules including Desk Study, Geological Interpretation and Geomorphology, Ground Investigation (Design and Site Supervision), Ground Model Development, Parametric Assessment and Geotechnical Design.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.