Graduate Bridge Structures Engineer – Bristol (2027 Start)

AECOM · Bristol, England, United Kingdom

  • Junior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-15
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job description

Job Description
At AECOM one of our key business lines is Bridges which is currently expanding due to a number of recent high-profile project wins which will be added to our already impressive portfolio. We are looking for ambitious, hardworking, enthusiastic Civil & Structural Engineering graduates who have computational, mathematical and design skills. Candidates will work on a variety of projects from concept design to implementation for clients who operate either locally, nationally or internationally. Those selected will have to be focused on delivery of results to our clients whilst finding enjoyment in technically challenging projects.
As leaders in the sector, our Bridges teams provide wide challenging opportunities in an ever-evolving industry. Our undisputable global position could give you the chance to work in the design of UK or international projects, undertaking the assessment and maintenance of the current UK bridge network, or propose renewal structural works for the current UK bridge network. With both international and domestic clients, we are committed to providing quality, innovative and sustainable solutions using the latest technology in civil & structural engineering whilst taking advantage of our integrated range of services by collaborating with other disciplines within AECOM. Excellence, agility, perseverance, communication, forward-thinking and global awareness are some of the skills that our daily work demands from our teams in order to maintain and enhance our relationship with our clients and stakeholders as competition in the market grows harder.
Our projects include working for National Highways, Network Rail and local councils. WE also work with other disciplines both internationally and in the UK. Current projects include working with National Grid, Water Companies and developers.
Job Responsibilities
Successful candidates will use industry leading computer software while working on a variety of different bridge specific expertise including:

• Structural Design

• Bridge Assessment

• Finite Elements Analysis

• Structural Inspections

• Structures Renewal Feasibility Studies

• On-site Works Supervision

• Scheme Management
Graduates will be expected to contribute to the design of structures from inception to completion, undertake the assessment of existing structures throughout the different stages such as on-site inspection and analysis, or manage the resources and tasks within a scheme of structures. AECOM is committed to the development of our graduates providing mobility between different projects and gradually increasing the level of responsibility within the firm.

Qualifications
• BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above

• MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering would be an advantage

• Structural modules or Structural/Bridge Engineering experience would be an advantage

• Ability to demonstrate a good technical understanding of Civil & Structural Engineering

• Demonstrable interest in Bridge Structures Engineering and developing a career in this industry

• Willing and able to work towards chartership with the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE)

• Good Microsoft Office skills essential such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint

• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing with the confidence to engage with a variety of people (clients, colleagues, stakeholders and sub-contractors alike) and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss technical issues and capture feedback

• Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive

• 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.

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 and work in.
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