Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist - Leeds or Manchester (Summer 2026)
AECOM Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Company Description
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
Job Description
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.
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.
Responsibilities
* 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 utilises 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 (essential for candidates holding a BSc in Geology).
* 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.
AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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