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Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Geotechnical Engineers
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United Kingdom - , London Job Summary As the COVID-19 situation develops we are looking beyond the current situation and focussing on the future. Once the current restrictions are lifted, we hope to be in a position to offer career opportunities to prospective candidates. We will continue to review applications, and should we have an available position, we will contact you. If you do not hear back from us, unfortunately we do not have a suitable position at this time, but we will contact you as soon as one comes available. We are sourcing for Geotechnical Engineers at all levels. Nationally our Ground Engineering team comprises some 190 staff and provides one-stop access to services ranging from project management, feasibility studies, detailed design, contract administration and construction supervision for geotechnical works. We work for leading UK clients including Highways England, Network Rail, Homes England, Local Authorities, as well as for leading contractors and developers and for overseas clients. AECOM has an impressive portfolio of projects, working on a range of major infrastructure projects in the North of England including upgrading of sections of the A1, as well as wider national projects including Crossrail, Thames Tideway, HS2, Mersey Gateway, Trafford Park Metrolink, Northern Hub and the Hinkley C nuclear power station. Minimum Requirements + Experience of working in geotechnical design (i.e. working to EuroCode 7 and other recognised standards). + Good range of knowledge and application of ground investigation methods, soil and rock parameter selection, design of shallow footings, piles and retaining walls. + A broad range of design experience including foundations, retaining walls, soil nails, reinforced soil, earthworks and ground improvement. + Competent user of geotechnical software in earthworks, deep and shallow foundations, retaining structures and systems (such as SlopeW, WALLAP, Oasys Suite). Experience in using FE 2D and 3D analyses (such as Plaxis, Midas) would be an advantage. + For Senior positions - Management experience of technical staff and projects. Good oral, written, graphical communication skills are required. Experience of writing complex technical reports, wide ranging specifications and contract documents would be an advantage. + Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas for limited periods is essential. Previous site and/or overseas experience will be an advantage. Preferred Qualifications + A first degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or similar. + Chartered Engineer, or working towards achieving Chartered Engineer status. What We Offer When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world , but working to "make amazing happen" in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. Job Category Engineering - Geotechnical Business Line Environment Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS) Country United Kingdom Position Status Full-Time Requisition/Vacancy No. 237643BR Additional Locations UK - Birmingham - Colmore Plaza, UK - Croydon - Bedford Park, UK - Edinburgh - Tanfield, UK - Glasgow - 120 Bothwell Street, UK - Leeds, UK - York - 16 Toft Green Clearance Required No Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.