Water Engineering Graduate: Hydraulics & Design

AECOM

Exeter

Hybrid

GBP 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model
Career development opportunities
AECOM University
Volunteering days

Job summary

AECOM welcomes a Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer to join our Exeter water team, engaging in potable, surface and wastewater projects under senior engineers. You will develop skills in hydraulic modelling, calculations and report writing within a supportive culture.

We offer a robust development programme, a flexible hybrid working model, and paths to professional qualifications such as ICE & CIWEM, with exposure to diverse water sector projects.

Qualifications

  • BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering with a 2:1 classification.
  • MEng in Civil, Structural, or a Water Engineering related MSc (civils) would be an advantage.
  • Water related modules would be an advantage.
  • Willing and able to work towards professional qualifications such as ICE & CIWEM.
  • Demonstrable interest in water projects and ability to communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake numerical analysis including the use of computer-based programmes to assist with the study of potable, surface and wastewater system.
  • Undertake technical and feasibility studies to appraise practicability of alternative solutions in potable, foul, surface water and attenuation requirements, including calculations.
  • Undertake structural analysis and design including determination of design situations and load cases, and use of analysis software.
  • Produce designs of water infrastructure such as pump systems and pipe networks with attenuation to safety in design, including a Designer’s Risk Assessment document.
  • Produce sketches, check and consolidate final working drawings created by Technicians.
  • Keep up-to-date with regulatory legislation and guidelines affecting design work.
  • Work with other team members on technical work, site work, and project management.
  • Opportunities for on-site work and visits to understand design implementation.

Skills

Excel
Word

Education

BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (2:1)
MEng in Civil/Structural or Water Engineering MSc (civils) would be an advantage

Job description

AECOM welcomes a Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer to join our Exeter water team, engaging in potable, surface and wastewater projects under senior engineers. You will develop skills in hydraulic modelling, calculations and report writing within a supportive culture.

We offer a robust development programme, a flexible hybrid working model, and paths to professional qualifications such as ICE & CIWEM, with exposure to diverse water sector projects.

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