Graduate Bridge Structures Engineer - Birmingham (Summer 2026)

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

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm is seeking enthusiastic graduates for a Civil & Structural Engineering role focused on bridge projects. Candidates will be involved in all project stages from design to implementation and will gain hands-on experience with a variety of challenging tasks. Ideal applicants hold a relevant degree and are eager to develop a career in this dynamic field.

Benefits

Wide array of compensation and benefits

Well-being programs for employees

Qualifications

• Graduates need a BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering with 2:1 or higher.
• Interest in Bridge Structures Engineering is essential.
• Ability to demonstrate good technical understanding is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural designs for various bridge and structural projects.
• Perform finite element analysis and assessments of bridge assets.
• Oversee on-site works and manage schemes effectively.

Skills

Technical understanding of Civil & Structural Engineering

Good Microsoft Office skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Enthusiasm and ambition

Education

BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Company 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 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.

Job Description

At AECOM, one of our key business lines is Bridges which is currently expanding due to a number of recent high-profile project wins, adding to our already impressive portfolio. We are looking for ambitious, hardworking, enthusiastic Civil & Structural Engineering graduates who have computational, mathematical and design skills.

Candidates will work on a variety of projects from concept design to implementation for clients who operate either locally, nationally or internationally. Those selected will have to be focused on delivery of results to our clients whilst finding enjoyment in technically challenging projects.

As leaders in the sector, our Bridges teams provide wide challenging opportunities in an ever-evolving industry. Our undisputable global position could give you the chance to work on UK or international projects and supporting our offices from London, Madrid, Italy, United States to the Middle East; assist our clients with assessment and maintenance of their bridge assets, or propose renewal and strengthening works to safeguard the UK bridge network for the future.

Recent projects include: Edmonton Capital Line Network Arch Bridge, Cumberland Basin Bristol, Canada; Jodrell Bank Telescope; North Manama Crossing, Bahrain; Thames Tideway and Tower Bridge Refurbishment; Grove Ferry Bridge replacement; Civil Assessment Framework Agreement (CAFA); King Edward Bridge; Gateshead Viaduct; M54 to M6 Link Road; National Highways Specification for Highways updates; Huntingdon Railway Viaduct Decommissioning; M11 Junction 7a.

Job Responsibilities

• Structural Design
• Bridge Assessment
• Finite Elements Analysis
• Structural Inspections
• Structures Renewal Feasibility Studies
• On-site Works Supervision
• Scheme Management

Graduates will be expected to contribute to the design of structures from inception to completion, undertake the assessment of existing structures throughout the different stages such as on-site inspection and analysis, or manage the resources and tasks within a scheme of structures.

Qualifications

• BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above
• MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering would be an advantage
• Structural modules or Structural/Bridge Engineering experience would be an advantage
• Ability to demonstrate a good technical understanding of Civil & Structural Engineering
• Demonstrable interest in Bridge Structures Engineering and developing a career in this industry
• Willing and able to work towards professional qualification such as Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
• Good Microsoft Office skills essential such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing with the confidence to engage with a variety of people (clients, colleagues, stakeholders and sub-contractors alike) and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss technical issues and capture feedback
• Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive
• Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole
• Ability to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focus

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe in each person’s potential. We will help you reach yours. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.