Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist - Edinburgh or Glasgow (Summer 2026)
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Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist - Edinburgh or Glasgow (Summer 2026)AECOM Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomCompany 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're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.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.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 mappingContribute to the design, planning and procurement of ground investigationsSupervision of ground investigation fieldworkGeological interpretation and preparation of interpretative reportsAnalysis of geotechnical data, preparation of ground models, design and reporting on foundations, retaining walls, soil slope stability, earthworks, rock slope stabilisationAECOM uses cutting edge digital software including Openground, for ground investigation data management, and Leapfrog, for 3D geological modellingAECOM 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 aboveAn 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.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.AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we believe in each person’s potential. We will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.
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- Location:
- City Of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime