Graduate ICT Engineer - Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 89,280 - 122,760; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is hiring a Graduate ICT Engineer – Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This role is ideal for recent graduates looking to kick start their technical careers in ICT infrastructure design and telecom networks.

The position is part of AECOM's ADVANCE graduate program that offers mentoring and practical experience on infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will be motivated to learn about ICT design, possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and have a minimum GPA of 3.2.

Join us to develop valuable technical skills while contributing to real-world projects across the GCC region.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with 0-2 years of relevant experience, including internships.
• Candidate should have graduated within the last 24 months.
• Minimum GPA of 3.2 or above is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in AECOM's ADVANCE graduate program and complete structured learning.
• Assist in preparing ICT infrastructure design drawings and basic engineering calculations.
• Support design of outside plant networks and telecom ducting.

Skills

ICT infrastructure design

Telecommunications systems

OSP networks

Fiber routing

Site-wide connectivity

Telecom ducting

Containment systems

AutoCAD

Revit

Basic engineering calculations

Technical documentation

Authority submissions

Network concepts

Design coordination

Report writing

Civil infrastructure coordination

Utilities coordination

Local codes and standards

CCNA interest

BICSI interest

Graduate engineering development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Graduate ICT Engineer - Infrastructure
• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Function: Telecom Administration Management
• Experience: 0-2 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Graduate ICT Engineer – Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a Telecommunications opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to start a technical career in ICT infrastructure design, telecom networks, OSP systems, fiber routing, site-wide connectivity, and multidisciplinary project coordination. This role is part of AECOM's ADVANCE graduate program and offers structured learning, supervised engineering support, technical documentation exposure, and practical experience on infrastructure projects across the GCC.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Function: Telecom Administration Management
• Salary: 8000-11000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in AECOM's ADVANCE graduate program and complete structured learning activities that build professional, business, and technical skills.
• Assist in preparing ICT infrastructure design drawings, layouts, and basic engineering calculations using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools.
• Support the design of outside plant networks, fiber routing, telecom ducting, containment systems, and site-wide connectivity solutions.
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers to prepare technical documentation, design reports, drawings, and authority submission packages.
• Coordinate with civil, utilities, landscape, and multidisciplinary project teams to integrate ICT design into wider infrastructure requirements.
• Learn and apply local standards, codes, telecom guidelines, and regulatory requirements related to ICT and network infrastructure design.
• Support senior engineers during design reviews, technical coordination meetings, and project documentation updates.
• Assist with basic network concepts, infrastructure layouts, routing information, and project design records.
• Contribute to project tasks within agreed schedules, quality expectations, and supervision requirements.
• Develop understanding of ICT systems, telecom infrastructure, design workflows, and practical project delivery standards.
• Build communication, teamwork, report writing, and technical coordination skills through real project exposure.
• Maintain organized design files, calculations, notes, and supporting information for review by senior team members.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Recent graduate with 0-2 years of relevant experience, including internships or academic project exposure.
• Candidate should have graduated within the last 24 months or no later than September 2024 to meet AECOM graduate program eligibility.
• Minimum GPA of 3.2 or above is required for successful applicants.
• Master's degree holders should have started the master's program within 12 months of completing the bachelor's degree.
• Candidates with more than 1 year of postgraduate work experience are not eligible for this graduate program.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software.
• Interest in ICT infrastructure design, telecom networks, OSP systems, fiber routing, and site connectivity.
• Basic understanding of ICT infrastructure, network concepts, and telecom design principles.
• Interest in professional certifications such as CCNA or BICSI will be an advantage.
• Strong willingness to learn, develop technical knowledge, and work within a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Good communication, teamwork, report writing, and documentation support skills.

Skills Set

• ICT infrastructure design
• Telecommunications systems
• OSP networks
• Fiber routing
• Site-wide connectivity
• Telecom ducting
• Containment systems
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Basic engineering calculations
• Technical documentation
• Authority submissions
• Network concepts
• Design coordination
• Report writing
• Civil infrastructure coordination
• Utilities coordination
• Local codes and standards
• CCNA interest
• BICSI interest
• Graduate engineering development

Why Join Us

• Join AECOM's ADVANCE graduate program and begin a structured career path in ICT and telecommunications infrastructure design.
• Gain hands-on exposure to fiber networks, OSP systems, connectivity planning, ducting coordination, and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Learn directly from senior engineers while contributing to real project design tasks across the UAE and GCC.
• Build valuable technical skills in AutoCAD, Revit, telecom layouts, authority documentation, and design coordination.
• Develop a strong foundation for future growth in ICT design, telecom engineering, infrastructure consulting, and project delivery.
• Work in a collaborative environment focused on technical learning, innovation, infrastructure development, and long-term professional growth.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure and engineering consultancy delivering advisory, planning, design, program management, construction management, and supervision services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, energy, and technology-enabled infrastructure. In Abu Dhabi and across the UAE, AECOM supports public and private sector clients with sustainable, resilient, and technically advanced project solutions that improve communities, strengthen connectivity, and support future‑ready development.