Join AECOM's Growing Ground Engineering & Tunnelling Teams!

Start here. Grow here.

We are searching for Ground Engineering and Tunnel Engineering professionals to join our teams here at AECOM!

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of whats possible Were seeking dynamic Geotechnical Engineers/Engineering Geologists/Tunnel Engineers of all levels to bring their technical expertise but also an innovative mindset to our teams across the UK.

Whether you have a geotechnical engineering geology tunnelling or structural engineering background or have unconventional experience that adds fresh value wed love to hear from you.

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. Both our Ground Engineering Practice and our Tunnels and Underground Structures Practice serve a wide range of end markets including:

• Energy
• Rail
• Highways
• Water
• Development
• Defence
• Nuclear
• Data Centres
• Ports & Marine.

Successful candidates must have a proven track record in the delivery of ground engineering or tunnelling projects in the UK or overseas and be fully conversant with the technical standards that apply.

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

Why Join AECOM

Professional Growth: Accelerate your career with tailored development opportunities mentorship and the chance to work alongside some of the industrys best professionals.

Flexibility: Whether youre starting your journey in Ground Engineering or are an experienced professional we tailor roles to match your expertise ensuring a perfect fit for both you and our projects.

Come grow with us.

Here youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

Enjoy the Perks.

At AECOM youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised 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.

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Geology Engineering Geology or a related field.
• Progress towards Chartered status would be advantageous but is not a pre-requisite. The team will provide support in achieving chartered status.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes standards and best practices in geotechnical or structural/tunnel design (role dependent) but also open to exploring new methods and innovations.
• Proven leadership experience in similar roles appropriate to your level with an ability to inspire and lead teams.GC1 
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.
• Clean driving licence.

Who You Are:

• Youre not just technically proficientyoure passionate about pushing the field forward.
• You thrive on solving complex challenges and enjoy thinking outside the box to deliver sustainable and innovative solutions.
• You value teamwork mentoring and leadership and youre keen to help shape the future.
• While youre familiar with established methodologies youre also eager to embrace new tools technologies and ways of thinking.

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives. 

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Information :

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.    
• Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades and details of the dates you are able to work to/from and well as locations you would be interested in. 
• You must have the right to work in the UK. 

Professional Development 

Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) along with our huge scope of projects across the globe will challenge and inspire you to make a real difference to the world we live in. Our GDP forms a core part of our business strategy globally designed to develop the best talent across numerous disciplines to lead our business into the future. We have over 750 graduates on our programmes across the UK & Ireland from over 40 different disciplines each and every one of them making a tangible difference to the environment we all live & work in.  

We will provide you with all the tools and support you need to achieve your professional development ambitions including Chartership with the relevant international professional institution where we have graduates working towards over 30 professional institutions in the UK & Ireland. We will push you to achieve the highest standards and expect our graduates to pass their professional review first time. You will be assigned a mentor to support & guide your development and undertake regular training modules throughout the programme. There will be on-the-job technical development and classroom training where required and the opportunity to work on live client projects with significant multi-disciplinary exposure. 

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time