Principal Structural Engineer Water at AECOM

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to join our Edinburgh team of talented civil and structural engineers?

AECOM is looking to appoint an ambitious Principal Structural Engineer to join our Edinburgh based structural engineering team – whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. Our Edinburgh team are at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients. You will play a crucial role in the design and delivery of civil engineering projects across Scotland and the UK, supporting major clients including Wessex Water, Scottish Water (SR27), Scottish Canals and the Northern Lighthouse Board.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Deliver: Lead and/or contribute to the structural design of a wide variety civil engineering structures for the water industry partners and other key clients.  Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete (RC) design.
• Expertise: Undertake structural inspections, site surveys, and supervision of construction activities. Support project planning, budgeting, and client communications.
• Collaborate: Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions; providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Quality: Ensure compliance with relevant UK design codes and standards (e.g. Eurocodes); and contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 600 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top-tier engineers and consultants to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you! Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!

Grow with us.

You’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and let's not forget the perks! You'll 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, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits you. We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re more than happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Civil and/or Structural Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Experience in structural engineering design, ideally within the UK water sector.
• Experience in the design and construction of reinforced concrete structures and structural steelwork.
• Experience undertaking structural inspections and preparing detailed engineering reports.
• Proficient in structural analysis and design software including TEDDS and SCIA, or similar 3D finite element modelling tools.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE or MIStructE) or approaching chartership.
• Strong understanding of UK design codes and water industry standards.
• Able to travel to site or client offices.