Graduate Geotechnical Engineer & Engineering Geologist

AECOM; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM invites graduates for a Ground Engineering and Engineering Geology pathway in Leeds as part of the 2027 intake. You will engage in desk studies, field investigations, and 3D geological modelling, supported by GEO Grounding training.

The role offers hybrid working and progression through a structured GDP with international exposure. Successful candidates will hold a Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology degree (2:1) and may pursue ICE/IOM3 or The Geological Society qualifications, with

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology with a 2:1 or higher.
• An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential; AutoCAD/Civil 3D desirable.

Responsibilities

• Desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys and geomorphological mapping.
• Design, planning and procurement of ground investigations.
• Supervision of ground investigation fieldwork.
• Geological interpretation and interpretation reports preparation.

Skills

Effective communicator

Independent worker

Prioritises work

Client focus

Education

Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology degree (2:1)

MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

AECOM invites graduates for a Ground Engineering and Engineering Geology pathway in Leeds as part of the 2027 intake. You will engage in desk studies, field investigations, and 3D geological modelling, supported by GEO Grounding training.

The role offers hybrid working and progression through a structured GDP with international exposure. Successful candidates will hold a Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology degree (2:1) and may pursue ICE/IOM3 or The Geological Society qualifications, with