Graduate Geotechnical Engineer and Engineering Geologist - Edinburgh (2027 Intake)

AECOM
Edinburgh
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Construction, Civil & Site EngineeringEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Ability to structure and prioritise work","Work independently"]

Join a UK&I Ground Engineering team as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist. You’ll support projects with desk studies, site inspections, and geomorphological mapping; contribute to the design, planning, and supervision of ground investigations; and produce geological interpretations and reports. You’ll analyze geotechnical data, build ground models, and help deliver design solutions, using digital tools such as Openground and Leapfrog alongside 2D/3D analysis software.

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Graduate Geotechnical Engineer and Engineering Geologist - Edinburgh (2027 Intake)

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Job Summary

Join a UK&I Ground Engineering team as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist. You’ll support projects with desk studies, site inspections, and geomorphological mapping; contribute to the design, planning, and supervision of ground investigations; and produce geological interpretations and reports. You’ll analyze geotechnical data, build ground models, and help deliver design solutions, using digital tools such as Openground and Leapfrog alongside 2D/3D analysis software.
Location: Edinburgh
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Construction, Civil & Site Engineering
Seniority: Graduate level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Undertake desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys, and geomorphological mapping.
  • •Support the design, planning, and procurement of ground investigations.
  • •Supervise ground investigation fieldwork and assist with interpretative reporting.
  • •Analyze geotechnical data and prepare ground models to inform engineering solutions.
  • •Use digital tools (including Openground and Leapfrog) and 2D/3D analysis software to support project delivery.
Travel: Low travel

Key Requirements

  • •A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or higher.
  • •An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (advantageous).
  • •Proficiency in Microsoft Office; competent use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D (desirable).
  • •Willingness and ability to work towards professional qualifications through the ICE, IOM3 or The Geological Society.
  • •Flexibility to work away from home on sites and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, verbally and in writing.
Education:Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology
Skills:CommunicationAbility to structure and prioritise workWork independently
Licenses:UK driving license
Certifications:ICEIOM3The Geological Society
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Microsoft OfficeAutoCADCivil 3DOpengroundLeapfrog

Company Brief

AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure firm providing design, consulting, construction, and management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors, delivering large-scale projects for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 1990
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