Placement Student - Geotechnical Engineering (12 Months)

AMEY; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Placement Student in Geotechnical Engineering. This 12-month placement offers a chance to work on exciting projects in Rail and Highways sectors. Candidates should be studying Civil Engineering or Geology, and possess a full UK driving license. Comprehensive benefits including flexible working and career development support are provided.

Benefits

24 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

Customizable benefits

Exclusive discounts

Community involvement days

Membership of Affinity Networks

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise ground investigations to inform geotechnical interventions.
• Carry out geotechnical asset inspections on major infrastructure in Rail and Highways sectors.
• Prepare specifications, drawings and reports.
• Propose solutions to engineering problems.
• Deliver multidisciplinary schemes in collaboration with colleagues.

Skills

Clear communication

Strong teamwork

Eagerness to learn

Adaptability

Proactivity

Education

Currently studying a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or related subject

Tools

Full UK driving license

Job description

Overview

Placement Student – Geotechnical Engineering (12 Months)

Location: Manchester or York

Working hours per week: 40 Monday - Friday

Start date: September 2026

Shape tomorrow’s world with Amey

Amey Consulting operate in the engineering consultancy sector working primarily on providing high quality consultancy services in rail, highways, power, asset management, environmental, sustainability and geotechnical. Long relationships with clients such as National Highways and Network Rail are a testament to the fact, we’re not just consultants but partners in your journey towards a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable future.

About the Team

Amey’s Geotechnical practice sits within the Highways business and works cross-sector with the Rail and Environment businesses. We carry out geotechnical work on all stages of a project life cycle, from inception to construction and handover of new geotechnical and structural assets. These assets include new bridges, embankments, cuttings and retaining structures. We are also heavily involved in asset management for our major clients across highways and rail sectors. This includes asset inspections, implementation of monitoring plans and design of remedial solutions where failures occur.

What you’ll be doing

As a Geotechnical Engineering Placement Student, you'll be challenged and inspired to reach your full potential while working in a dynamic and stimulating environment. You'll gain valuable insight into life at Amey, with the opportunity to apply for our Graduate Programme upon completing your academic studies

You will work alongside the team and contribute to the following -

• Plan and supervise ground investigations to inform geotechnical interventions
• Carry out geotechnical asset inspections on major infrastructure in Rail and Highways sectors
• Prepare specifications, drawings and reports
• Propose solutions to engineering problems and perform calculations and analysis to determine their suitability
• Deliver multidisciplinary schemes in collaboration with colleagues from across the Amey Consulting Business

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life.

• Holidays - Enjoy 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with additional contributions from Amey
• Flexible working: Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

We want to hear from you if you have

Amey Consulting are looking for individuals who demonstrate clear communication, strong teamwork, and a genuine eagerness to learn. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, and proactive in their approach, showing professionalism and integrity in everything, they do. To be considered for the placement we require the following.

• Currently studying a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or related subject
• A Full UK driving License

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today

***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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