Overview
Graduate Rail Electrical Engineer - Swindon (2026 start). Join to apply for the Graduate Rail Electrical Engineer - Swindon (2026 start) role at AECOM.
Job Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be enrolled on our Graduate Development Programme and have the opportunity to develop their skills within a supporting environment which encourages challenge and collaborative behaviours. Responsibilities include applying industry leading software and BIM modelling on Rail projects and contributing to various rail electrical engineering tasks. Key activities include:
* Integrating engineering designs from other complex railway skill areas such as signalling, electrification and permanent way
* Planning the phasing of construction and commissioning work to minimise disruption to passengers and the public
* Ensuring that designs maximise sustainability outcomes during construction and over the whole life of assets
* Developing designs that are safe to build, operate and maintain, and that protect the safety of passengers and the public
* Producing concept and outline design proposals that solve client challenges in the maintenance, renewal and enhancement of railways
* Working on site inspection, assessment and design of various railway Electrical infrastructure
* Design of railway stations and projects that improve or create new urban realm, station buildings, platforms, footbridges and concourses
Qualifications
* BEng Electrical Engineering with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above
* MEng Electrical Engineering would be an advantage
* Rail modules or experience would be an advantage
* Good technical understanding of Rail/Electrical Engineering
* Demonstrable interest in Rail/Electrical Engineering and developing a career in this industry
* Willing and able to work towards chartership with the IET
* Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
* Effective communication with internal and external clients, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders and explain technical issues
* Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive
* Ability to structure and prioritise work, and to work in a team as well as independently
Additional Information
* Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible as CVs are reviewed on a rolling basis for immediate or advanced start
* Please include a covering letter with your application and provide predicted and/or obtained academic grades, dates you are able to work to/from, and locations you would be interested in
* You must have the right to work in the UK
Professional Development
Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and our global project scope will challenge and inspire you. We offer mentorship, regular training modules, on-the-job technical development, and opportunities to work on live client projects with multidisciplinary exposure. We support chartership with relevant professional bodies and aim for high standards in professional development.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering services across the project lifecycle. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through technical and digital expertise, equity, diversity and inclusion, and sustainable priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm.
Benefits and Workplace
You will have flexible, hybrid working options and the opportunity to work from offices, remote locations, or client sites. We foster a safe, respectful workplace that values diversity and inclusion. We provide a range of compensation, benefits and well-being programs.
EEO and Inclusion
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value diverse talent and are committed to an inclusive workforce. We offer accommodations where needed via ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
Role Metadata
* ReqID: REF53446I
* Business Line: Transportation
* Work Location Model: Hybrid
* Career Area: Engineering
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