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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. We are a global team of professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 professionals.

Job Description

We are searching for Ground Engineering professionals to join our teams here at AECOM. We are seeking dynamic Geotechnical Engineers/Geologists of all levels, to bring their technical expertise and an innovative mindset to our teams across the UK. Whether you come from a traditional geotechnical engineering background or have unconventional experience that adds fresh value, we'd love to hear from you.

What can we offer?

We work for leading United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I) and international clients and have a wide range of commissions across all sectors. Our Ground Engineering Practice covers all aspects of Ground Engineering serving a wide range of end markets including:

• Energy
• Rail
• Highways
• Water
• Development
• Defence
• Nuclear Sectors
• Ports & Marine

Successful candidates must have a proven track record in the delivery of ground engineering projects in the UK and be fully conversant with the technical standards that apply. We develop projects from concept through to operation, providing engineering and construction services for large-scale projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project.

Why Join AECOM?

Professional Growth: Accelerate your career with tailored development opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to work alongside some of the industry’s best professionals.

Flexibility: Whether you’re starting your journey in Ground Engineering, or are an experienced professional, we tailor roles to match your expertise, ensuring a perfect fit for both you and our projects.

Submit your CV, and we’ll consider your application for current and future opportunities.

Come grow with us.

Here, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

Enjoy the Perks.

At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related field.
• Progress towards Chartered status would be advantageous but is not a pre-requisite. The team can provide support in achieving chartered status.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design, but also open to exploring new methods and innovations.
• Proven leadership experience in similar roles, appropriate to your level, with an ability to inspire and lead teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.
• Clean driving licence

Who You Are:

• You’re not just technically proficient—you’re passionate about pushing the field forward.
• You thrive on solving complex challenges and enjoy thinking outside the box to deliver sustainable and innovative solutions.
• You value teamwork, mentoring, and leadership, and you’re keen to help shape the future.
• While you’re familiar with established methodologies, you’re also eager to embrace new tools, technologies, and ways of thinking.

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our technical and digital expertise, equity, diversity and inclusion, and ESG priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm. For more information, visit aecom.com.

Join us, and you’ll get the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ReqID: REF49691R | Business Line: Transportation | Business Group: DCS | Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India | Career Area: Engineering | Work Location Model: Hybrid

Apply with confidence. We look forward to hearing from you.