AI Solution Engineer

AECOM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an AI Solution Engineer to help shape how AI is applied across our engineering teams. You will turn ideas into validated concepts, building prototypes and MVPs that demonstrate value while collaborating with engineers, product managers, and domain experts.

You will explore emerging AI models, translate problems into structured approaches and support from concept to production handover in a lean, startup-like team within a global engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, software engineering, innovation/entrepreneurship/technology or related field.
• Background in AI, engineering, data, product or consulting.
• Understanding of AI/LLM capabilities and limitations; familiarity with AI tooling.
• Ability to build prototypes using Python, web frameworks and similar tools; lifecycle knowledge.
• Experience translating ideas into structured approaches or prototypes and communicating trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and shape AI opportunities across the business.
• Assess feasibility by balancing technical capability, business value and complexity.
• Design and build prototypes, demos and MVPs.
• Translate problems into structured approaches and PRDs.
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers and domain experts.
• Explore emerging AI models and tools.
• Support lifecycle from concept to production handover.
• Operate flexibly across demos, prototyping and exploration.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

Prototype development

Python programming

Cloud platforms

Collaboration

Education

Degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Python

Web frameworks

APIs

MCPs / RAG systems

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Engineering Technology Services Ltd
• Business Line: Corporate
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: Corporate

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

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.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

In AECOM’s AI Engineeringteamyour code will directly shape the physical world around us. We build AI-driven technology thatrevolutioniseshow infrastructure and buildings are designed and engineered; reducing waste, cutting CO₂, and making the built environment more efficient and sustainable. This is where software hasmeasurable, real-world impact.

With our AI Engineeringteamwe’vecreated a unique setup: a lean, highly technical team with the speed and ownership of astart up, backed by the scale, resources, and domainexpertiseof one of the world’s leading engineering firms.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. We are leading the industry’s AI transformation, and with our people and technology we deliver excellence andinnovatewith impact.

We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams to solve the world’s most complex challenges.We'reone global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

WhatYou’llDo

As part of our AI Engineering team, you willoperateat the intersection of technology, product, and business - shaping how AI is applied across all ofAECOM.You will turn ideas into validated solution concepts, helping the organization understand what is possible, valuable, andfeasible.

• Identifyand shape AI opportunities across the business
• Assess feasibility by balancing technical capability, business value, and complexity
• Design and build prototypes, demos, and MVPs
• Translate problems into structured approaches and PRDs
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and domain experts
• Explore emerging AI models and tools
• Support the lifecycle from concept to production handover
• Operate flexibly across demos, prototyping, and exploration

As a AI Solution Engineer you might run a demo, support operational challenges, explore the latest LLM capabilities, join workshops, make discovery calls, and sometimes just spend a full day buildingPoCsand MVPs.No two days are the same

Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, software engineering,innovation/entrepreneurship/technologyor a related technical field or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Background in AI, engineering, data,productor consulting(mindset matters more than title)
• Understanding of AI/LLM capabilities and limitations, and familiarity with AI tooling (LLMs, APIs, MCPs, RAG systems)
• Ability to build prototypes using Python, webframeworksand similar tools, withgood understanding of the idea-prototype-production lifecycle
• Experience translating ideas into structured approaches or prototypes, assess feasibility and communicate trade-offs

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with senior stakeholders to shape solutions
• Experience translating ideas into structured approaches or prototypes
• High-level understanding of cloud platforms, containers, and backend system
• Exposure to finance, operations, or commercial work

Additional Information

Our Hiring Process

• Take-home challenge: A hands-on task to assess your problem-solving and technical skills
• Combined technical and cultural interview (in-person)
  • Whiteboard Interview: 1-hour with 2 of our engineers to discuss your solution to the take-home challenge
  • Culture fit: 30-minute meeting with our leadership team

Why Join Us?

• Work on real-world problems where AI createsmeasurableimpact.
• Be part of a team where your work matters, and your ideas become real.
• Collaborate with sharp, driven colleagues in a culture of trust, ownership, andhigh standards.
• Contribute to making the built environment smarter and more sustainable.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle — from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOMa great placeto work

You will be part of aglobalteam that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects—both in your local community and on a global scale—that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. Withcutting-edgetechnology and a network of experts,you’llhave the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand yourtechnicalexpertiseand leadership skills, helping you build the careeryou’vealways envisioned. Here,you’llfind a welcoming workplace built on respect,collaborationand community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We are aDisabilityConfidentEmployer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.