Graduate Bridge Structures Engineer - Newcastle upon Tyne (Summer 2026)

AECOM; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consulting firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking ambitious Civil & Structural Engineering graduates. Successful candidates will work on diverse bridge projects, using advanced software and contributing to designs from inception to completion. Applicants should have a BEng with a 2:1 classification or above and a strong interest in bridge engineering. This role offers the opportunity to work towards chartership and develop a rewarding career.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Wide array of benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrable interest in Bridge Structures Engineering.
• Ability to work towards chartership with ICE or IStructE.
• Willingness to contribute to structural design.

Responsibilities

• Use industry leading software for bridge design.
• Contribute to design from inception to completion.
• Undertake structural assessments and inspections.

Skills

Computational skills

Mathematical skills

Design skills

Good Microsoft Office skills

Effective communication

Education

BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering, 2:1 classification or above

MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering

Structural modules or experience

Job description

Company Description

AECOM is 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 which will be added 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.

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 in the design of UK or international projects between our London, Madrid, Italy, United States and the Middle East offices; undertake the assessment and maintenance of the current UK bridge network, or propose renewal structural works for the current UK bridge network.

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

Successful candidates will use industry leading computer software while working on a variety of different bridge specific expertise including:

• 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 chartership with the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) or Institute of Structural Engineers (ISructE)
• 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

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe in each person’s potential. We are committed to providing 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.