Graduate Building Structures Engineer - St Albans

AECOM-1; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking enthusiastic graduates for their Structural Engineering Practice. Candidates will gain hands-on experience on live projects while being mentored by experienced engineers. The role involves assisting in project development, producing designs, and coordinating with project teams. Training will be provided to develop skills and confidence as a structural engineer.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and drive to become a Chartered Engineer.
• Desire to develop academically, professionally, and personally.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in project development through various design stages.
• Producing designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and working drawings under supervision.
• Conducting site visits during construction.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Design Skills

Team Coordination

Education

Masters degree accredited by a recognized engineering institution

Job description

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 nearly 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

Our UK & Ireland business offers a comprehensive portfolio of multidisciplinary engineering skills, with our structural engineers playing a leading role in developing building projects. We are engaged in a wide array of projects, from world-class sporting venues to commercial properties, healthcare, higher education, research facilities, hotels, resorts, and industrial developments, both in the UK and overseas. Examples include:

• Houses of Parliament, London - Structural refurbishment of Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) and the Northern Estate Programme.
• Curragh Racecourse, Ireland - Redevelopment including grandstand construction with a soaring linear roof accommodating 10,000 spectators.
• Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam - Designing a sustainable new pier and link bridge to accommodate 14 million additional passengers annually.
• Project North Park, Exeter - A GBP70m research facility housing multiple institutes to foster collaboration and growth in research and teaching.
• Foreign and Commonwealth Office Seismic Retrofit Programme - Structural investigations and designs to ensure safety and resilience of British embassy buildings worldwide.
• Crossrail Paddington Arch, London - Designing a steel structure within a Grade I listed building, requiring heritage consents and stakeholder coordination.
• Al Janoub Stadium, Qatar - A FIFA World Cup stadium with advanced BIM technologies, inspired by Qatar's heritage.
• Chateau La Coste, Provence - Civil and structural engineering for art galleries designed by renowned architects.

Our collaborative approach ensures buildings meet client needs within time and budget constraints, integrating other disciplines like architecture, environment, transportation, and project management. We seek enthusiastic graduates passionate about improving the built environment, eager to apply their engineering skills to impactful projects.

Job Responsibilities

As a graduate with AECOM's Structural Engineering Practice, you will be paired with an experienced engineer who will mentor you through your early career stages. Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting in project development through various design stages.
• Developing analytical and design skills.
• Producing designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and working drawings under supervision.
• Collecting and analyzing data with guidance.
• Using tools to solve engineering problems.
• Attending meetings with architects and other professionals.
• Coordinating with other disciplines within the project team.
• Working within budget and time constraints.
• Contributing to hazard reduction.
• Conducting site visits during construction.
• Contributing to various projects based on workload.

You will gain hands-on experience on live projects, complemented by training through our ICE-accredited scheme, including seminars and courses on design methods, software, presentation skills, commercial awareness, and health & safety. This training aims to develop your full skill set, confidence, and independence as a structural engineer, with increasing responsibilities and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Masters degree accredited by a recognized engineering institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE).
• Enthusiasm and drive to become a Chartered Engineer.
• Desire to develop academically, professionally, and personally.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is a trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering services across the project lifecycle—advisory, planning, design, engineering, and project management. We operate in transportation, buildings, water, energy, and environment sectors, committed to solving complex challenges through our technical expertise and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. Click apply for full job details.