Graduate Geotechnical Engineer & Engineering Geologist - Hybrid UK

AECOM; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

AECOM’s Ground Engineering graduates programme offers a two-year GDP with GEO Grounding training, designed to cultivate top talent across disciplines. The programme supports desk studies, ground investigations, 3D modelling and client-facing work across the UK&I, building practical skills in a global infrastructure firm.

Graduates will engage in feasibility studies, ground model development and supervision, with opportunities to work on energy, water, transport and industrial projects while

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or higher.
• An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, and competent use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D software is desirable.
• Candidates with prior ground engineering work experience are preferred, though this is not essential.

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 preparation of interpretative reports.
• Analysis of geotechnical data, preparation of ground models, design and reporting of ground engineering solutions, including foundations, retaining walls, soil slope stability, earthworks and rock slope stabilisation measures.
• Use of cutting-edge digital software, including Openground for ground investigation data management and Leapfrog for 3D geological modelling
• Access to a range of 2D and 3D numerical analysis software packages, with opportunities for candidates interested in developing analysis and modelling skills.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Geology

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Education

Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology degree (2:1)

MSc/MEng in Soil MechanicsGeotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology advantageous

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

AECOM’s Ground Engineering graduates programme offers a two-year GDP with GEO Grounding training, designed to cultivate top talent across disciplines. The programme supports desk studies, ground investigations, 3D modelling and client-facing work across the UK&I, building practical skills in a global infrastructure firm.

Graduates will engage in feasibility studies, ground model development and supervision, with opportunities to work on energy, water, transport and industrial projects while