Graduate Aviation Civil Engineer - Manchester (2027 start) - #2187703

Aviation is one of the key focus sectors at AECOM, a business sector which sits within our number one rated global transportation engineering consultancy. Whilst we are already the number one aviation engineering consultancy by revenue globally, we see significant future growth potential as the sector recovers from the downturn induced by the Covid 19 outbreak. Our clients are now re-investing in their assets, to ensure they are in the right condition, but also to ensure their capacity needs of the future.

AECOM is actively seeking a Graduate Aviation Engineer to support a wide range of aviation-related pavement and civil infrastructure projects for airport clients. In this role, you will assist with the design, planning, and construction support of airport engineering projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, aircraft stands, boarding bridges, vehicle service roads, airfield lighting and signage, navigational aids, surface water drainage systems, utilities, and airfield asset inspection and rehabilitation. You'll work on projects of varying scale and complexity, gaining valuable hands-on experience across all stages of project delivery.

As a Graduate Aviation Civil Engineer, candidates will be involved in:

• Aviation Masterplanning
• Feasibility and Assessment studies
• Concept and Detailed Design development
• Construction Support
• Airport asset inspections
• Airport pavement design
• Airport civil infrastructure design (utilities, surface water etc)
• Geometrical airport planning
• Apron Stand / Air Bridge planning
• Aeronautical Ground Lighting and Signage design
• Aircraft stand modelling and tracking
• Modelling of the airport environment in 3D

Early work with us will typically be assisting in developing our projects through the different stages, from initial feasibility through to detailed design, attending meetings and workshops with other design professionals. As you develop, you will be provided with opportunity to take on greater responsibility in supporting the management and delivery of projects from inception through to completion.

• BEng in Civil Engineering or Engineering Science 2:1 (or equivalent)
• MEng in Civil Engineering or Engineering Science 2:1 (or equivalent) would be an advantage and / or MSc in Aviation Planning
• Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive
• Good report writing skills beneficial
• A strong understanding of IT skills required and experience with AutoCAD beneficial
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole
• Ability to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focus.

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.
• Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
• You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.