Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worlds most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Join AECOM's 2024 Graduate Program!Role OverviewAre you passionate about geotechnical engineering and eager to launch your career with a global leader in infrastructure consulting? AECOM is seeking a motivated graduate to join our team as a Graduate Engineer - Geotechnical/Ground Engineering in our Abu Dhabi office. This role is part of our prestigious 2024 Graduate Program, offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, gain exposure to diverse projects, and develop essential skills in geotechnical design and analysis.Key Responsibilities
Develops designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and project models as per specific discipline requirement. Works on drawings under the supervision of an experienced Engineer.
Assists with the design content by applying both design and technical knowledge to ensure high-quality outputs under project timelines.
Under Supervision, performs work following the agreed-upon budget and schedule.
Uses computer software as a tool for solving fundamental engineering problems.
Coordinates with other discipline Engineers as applicable for the continuity of the design process.
Participates in design progress and coordination meetings.
Actively seeks information, opportunities to participate and contribute, and develops efficiencies and effectiveness.
Contributes by solving problems and applying experience or theoretical knowledge to atypical assignments.
Candidate SpecificsThe candidate should have an interest in developing their skills in several of the following areas.
Geotechnical Investigations
Assessment of Geotechnical Parameters
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Preparation of Ground Models for different design situations
Shallow Foundation Design
Deep Foundation Design
Earthworks (Embankment) Design
Slope Design
Excavation Lateral Support Design
Ground Improvement Design
Liquefaction Assessment
Geophysical Survey
Seismic Design
Geotechnics of dam design
There will be the opportunity to gain experience in the use of some of the following software packages:
Slope Stability Analysis - Slope/W or Slide
Seepage Analysis - Seep/W
FEM 2D and 3D - Plaxis or RS2/3 or Sigma/W or FLAC
Pile Analysis - Repute, Group and LPile
Stress and Settlement Analysis - PDisp or Settle 3D
Liquefaction Analysis - CLiq or Liquefy-Pro
Geotechnical Database and Geological Modelling - gINT and Leap Frog
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) - ARCGIS
This role is ideal for someone is interested in a blend of design and hands-on site experience.QualificationsMinimum Requirements * Bachelors or Masters Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in one or more of the following subjects from an accredited University
Geotechnical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering Geology
Geological Engineering
Foundation Engineering
Soil Mechanics
Rock Mechanics
Rock Engineering
Mining Engineering
Candidates must be recent graduates, having graduated within the last 24 months or no later than September 2024, to be eligible for AECOM's Graduate Program.
Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.3 or 2:1 (or equivalent) and above.
If you hold a Masters Degree, it should have started within 12 months of completing your Bachelors Degree to ensure continuous education and meet program requirements.
Candidates with more than 1 year of postgraduate work experience are not eligible for the program and are encouraged to apply for our professional-level roles instead.
Additional InformationRecruitment Timeline:
Applications open: May 13th, 2024
Applications close: June 8th, 2024
Review of CVs, phone screening, and technical interviews: June and July 2024
Mobilization & visa processing: August 2024
Start Date: September / October 2024
Program Orientation: November 2024 (This includes an induction and meet-and-greet for the entire graduate cohort from all our offices in the ME).
About AECOMAECOM 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 $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou 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 culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - 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 and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. 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.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.