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Structural Engineer
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At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Our projects improve commutes, keep essential services running, provide clean water, and transform communities. As the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we work with clients to tackle complex challenges and create enduring legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to join us. With global infrastructure investment accelerating, our expertise is in high demand. Bring your bold ideas and ambition to become part of a global team of 50,000+ planners, engineers, scientists, and innovators shaping a more sustainable future.
Structural Engineer
Core Location: South West UK (Bristol, Plymouth, Exeter, Cardiff, or Basingstoke) Employment Type: [Not Specified] ReqID: J10152450
About the Role
We’re seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team. Based in one of our South West offices, you’ll play a key role in the structural design of complex projects, ensuring delivery within budgets and schedules while receiving moderate supervision. You’ll also manage smaller projects and provide mentorship to graduate engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and analysis: Produce high-quality structural designs for complex projects.
- Collaboration:
- Work with BIM technicians to coordinate design input/output.
- Engage with internal design review processes, including Lead Verifiers.
- Attend informal design workshops with multidisciplinary teams.
- Technical leadership:
- Maintain technical excellence across projects.
- Offer mentorship to junior team members and graduates.
Requirements
Experience & Skills:
- Proven ability to develop design solutions, perform structural assessments, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams—steel/concrete frames preferred.
- Experience working with external design teams and contractors.
- Composition of complex structural designs (frames, supports, etc.).
- Core competencies:
- Fluency in structural engineering software (e.g., Tekla Structures, SCIA Engineer, TEDDS).
- Strong written and verbal communication (English).
- Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- Capacity to work under pressure while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
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Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering or equivalent experience, with relevant consultancy/help experience.
Optional/Preferred:
- Ability to gain (or already hold) security clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
We invest in our team with a range of core and tailored benefits designed to support your future and well-being:
- Flexibility: Hybrid work model (office/remote/client sites) to balance professional goals and life priorities.
- Career Development:
- Technical practice networks.
- AECOM University for continuous learning.
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Volunteering Days: Off-start-pause for community engagement.
- Vocation-Aligned Support: Avego it all.
Company Culture
Values & Commitment
- Working For A Strong Legacy: Infrastructure’s impact spans generations—ethics and responsibility are core.
- Global Reach: By serving local communities worldwide, we create meaningful change across infrastructure.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Aecom believes everyone’s unique perspective is a competitive edge. Our inclusive culture-driven policies ensure fair opportunities and a supportive environment for all.
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- Technology & Innovation: Leverage cutting-edge tools—slowly advancing problem-solving and faster delivery.
- Well-being: Mental health resources, flexible programs, and sustainable working conditions.
Commitments & Inclusive Hiring
- Fraudulent activity is unacceptable and investigated.
- In-Person Onboarding: All new hires must attend a day-one orientation at an Aecom office – mandatory.
Apply the disability and intersection-making postings We acknowledge our obligation to foster an inclusive workplace where each voice is valued and ambitions are celebrated. Can you support reasonable adjustments to accommodate applicants with disabilities or varied conditions as per the Equality Act?
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, valued by everyone, and it matters. Inclusion is not optional.
Representing Disability Confident Employer status, we make an effort to interview all qualified candidates, opportunitizing the progression, and reasonable accommodations.
Email: ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com
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