Senior Geotechnical Engineer, AECOM Belfast - Visa Sponsorship Available

Naija UK Connect; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid model

Career development opportunities

Volunteering days

Support for Chartered status

Job summary

AECOM Limited in Belfast seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead a team and shape Ground Engineering across the UK & Ireland. You will own day-to-day project delivery and oversee technical quality, budget and programme constraints.

You will mentor junior staff, help prepare bids, and collaborate with diverse clients. The role offers a flexible hybrid model and visa sponsorship for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or related field; chartered status preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (IEng/CEng) or Geologist (CGeol) status preferred or on track.
• Strong knowledge of UK/Irish ground conditions and ground investigation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a geotechnical project delivery team, ensuring technical quality and budget adherence.
• Prepare, check and review geotechnical documents (desk studies, reports, specifications).
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to bids and proposals.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

Civil/Geology degree

Chartered status preferred

Tools

Slope/W

Wallap

Job description

Licensed visa sponsor — AECOM LIMITED is on the Home Office register of licensed worker sponsors (Global Business Mobility: Senior or Specialist Worker, Skilled Worker), so it can sponsor a work visa. This particular advert does not mention sponsorship, so confirm with the employer before you apply. Applicants from Nigeria and elsewhere, in the UK or overseas, may apply. Check any employer on our sponsor list

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This full-time position is ideal for experienced geotechnical professionals, including Nigerian and African immigrants who require UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. While the salary is not explicitly stated, AECOM offers a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible hybrid working model designed to support your future and well-being.

Job Description

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at AECOM, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of talented engineers and shaping the future of Ground Engineering within their UK & Ireland practice. Your responsibilities will involve taking day-to-day ownership of project delivery, ensuring the highest technical quality and adherence to budgetary and programme constraints. You will contribute to a diverse range of projects across sectors such as energy, water, defence, highways, and railways, working with leading UK, Irish, and international clients.

Key duties include preparing, checking, and reviewing a wide array of geotechnical documents such as desk studies, interpretative reports, specifications, and design reports. You will provide crucial technical expertise in team and client review meetings, actively participating in decision-making and proposing innovative solutions. Furthermore, you will be instrumental in preparing bids and proposals, and mentoring junior staff to foster their professional development within the team.

Requirements

• BEng / MEng in Civil Engineering, BSc / MSc in Geology, Engineering Geology or Earth Science, or MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is desirable.
• Chartered Engineer (IEng/CEng) or Geologist (CGeol) status preferred, or on track to achieve within the next year.
• Strong knowledge of UK and Irish ground conditions and ground investigation practices.
• Well-rounded experience in geotechnical design (e.g., earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, slope stabilisation) with strong analytical skills and confidence in relevant design software (e.g., Slope/W, Wallap).
• Good knowledge of relevant Eurocode, British, and Irish Standards is required.
• Applicants must either possess the right to work in the UK or be eligible for a Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa, as sponsorship is available for this role.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive range of core and personalised benefits tailored to your lifestyle and well-being.
• Extensive career development opportunities, including AECOM University and technical practice networks.
• Volunteering days to contribute to community impact.
• Support for achieving Chartered Engineer or Geologist status.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants targeting a Senior Geotechnical Engineer role at AECOM in the UK, meticulous preparation is key. Ensure your CV is formatted to UK standards, highlighting specific project experience relevant to infrastructure, energy, or water sectors in the UK or internationally. Your LinkedIn profile should be updated to reflect your expertise, chartered status aspirations, and openness to UK opportunities, connecting with relevant professionals and companies.

When preparing for interviews, be ready to discuss your experience with Eurocode, British, and Irish Standards, and practical application of CDM Regulations. For the visa sponsorship conversation, express your enthusiasm for the role and your understanding of the sponsorship process, clearly stating your need for a Skilled Worker visa. Focus on how your skills and experience directly address the job requirements, demonstrating your value to AECOM and the UK engineering sector.

• Tailor your CV to UK standards, emphasizing experience with relevant design software and ground investigation practices.
• Update your LinkedIn profile to showcase your geotechnical expertise and UK career aspirations.
• Prepare a compelling cover letter that addresses your technical skills and explicitly mentions your need for visa sponsorship.
• Familiarize yourself with AECOM’s projects and values, articulating how your background aligns with their mission.
• Practice discussing your experience with UK/Irish ground conditions and relevant design standards confidently.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is available for this Senior Geotechnical Engineer position. This means the role is open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa to be employed. If you are unsure about your eligibility or current right-to-work status, it is advisable to clearly state your situation in your application or reach out to AECOM's recruitment team for clarification.