Geotechnical Engineer

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of what's possible? We're seeking a dynamic Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist who brings not only their technical expertise but also an innovative mindset. Whether you come from a traditional geotechnical engineering/engineering geology background or have unconventional experience that adds fresh value, we'd love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist, to join our Ground Engineering team in Birmingham.

What can we offer?

We work for leading United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I) and international clients and have a wide range of commissions across all sectors, some typical examples of current and past projects include National Grid’s Great Grid Upgrade where the team are supporting the overhaul of electricity distribution infrastructure across England and Wales;  Network Rail’s Control Point 7 programme of works to operate, maintain and renew the mainline rail infrastructure; datacentres; overseas work, road infrastructure and  work for local authorities in the West Midlands. Our Ground Engineering Practice covers all aspects of Ground Engineering serving a wide range of end markets including:

• Energy.

• Buildings (e.g. education, commercial, retail).

• Rail.

• Highways.

• Water.

• Defence.

• Nuclear Sectors.

• Ports & Marine.

You will be joining an established team of Ground Engineers within the Midlands region, will be based in the AECOM Birmingham Office and will work closely with colleagues from across the UK & Ireland.

Job Duties include:

• Delivery: We require ambitious team players with the technical and commercial skills, knowledge and experience to manage tasks and assist the team with the delivery of projects, ensuring technical quality and adherence to budget and programme.

• Provide Expertise: Active input to team/client technical review meetings, being prepared to own decisions and put forward alternative ideas and concepts.

• Commercial: Maintaining high levels of client satisfaction, being responsive to client requirements.

• Mentoring: Owning personal and professional development and assisting colleagues.

The position will suit a candidate who has some experience in applying geotechnical design, can work with a high degree of independence, can support colleagues, can provide the geotechnical input to projects from desk study/feasibility through to ground investigation and interpretation to final design including preparation of specifications, interpretive reports, construction drawings and design reports.

Come grow with us.

We develop projects from concept through to operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear, multimillion-dollar projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.