Principal Structural Engineer at AECOM | Edinburgh

Launch Your Career with Us.Are you prepared to become a vital part of our innovative team of civil and structural engineers in Edinburgh?AECOM is excited to announce an opening for a driven Principal Structural Engineer to join our Edinburgh-based structural engineering team. Benefit from our flexible hybrid working model while contributing to pioneering wat…

Join AECOM as a Principal Engineer specializing in Tunnelling and Underground Structures in Edinburgh. We are seeking a highly skilled professional who is passionate about designing and implementing innovative solutions in the field of underground construction.In this role, you will lead a team of engineers and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects successfully. Your expertise in tunnelling methods, geotechnical engineering, and underground space utilization will be critical to our success.

Are you passionate about engineering and looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career? AECOM is expanding its Ground Engineering team in Edinburgh and is seeking talented individuals to join us. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service for our clients. In this role, you will have the chance to work on a variety of challenging projects that make a difference in communities.

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for water projects? Join AECOM in Edinburgh and lead impactful initiatives that enhance water infrastructure and sustainability. In this role, you will oversee project execution, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Join Our Energy Transition TeamAt AECOM, we are driving the energy transition through innovative and sustainable practices. Our Energy Business Unit encompasses three specialized areas: renewables (including hydropower), electrical transmission & distribution, and nuclear in the UK. Each practice plays a crucial role in redefining the future of energy, providing innovative solutions that ensure efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.About RenewablesWe are dedicated to facilitating the urgent shift away from carbon-intensive energy sources towards decentralized and flexible energy systems. Our global teams of energy experts collaborate to deliver cutting-edge solutions, designs, and support across various technical areas such as hydropower, onshore and offshore wind, solar power, carbon capture, alternative fuels, hydrogen, and essential energy demand assessment and carbon reduction efforts. Our commitment to sustainable solutions is evident as we combine our engineering and scientific expertise with environmental insights to achieve equitable and biodiverse outcomes.Take the Next Step in Your CareerWe are seeking a Hydropower Lead to join our rapidly growing hydro team. In this role, you will undertake both technical project responsibilities and business development activities while leading a high-performing team. You will engage with hydro experts globally, focusing on projects within the UK, Ireland, and throughout Europe and India (EURI).Your responsibilities will include managing projects from feasibility to detailed design and construction supervision, collaborating with a diverse clientele that includes large energy utilities and private developers.Key Responsibilities:Act as a program manager or technical lead, directing multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution with a focus on client communication.Lead the development and pursuit of major hydropower projects and proposals, actively engaging with clients.Support senior leadership in creating business strategies for hydropower based on market trends and insights.

Embark on Your Journey. Advance Your Career.Are you ready to lead and inspire a team of skilled engineers while shaping the future of the water industry?Join our vibrant and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal Civil Engineer in one of our rapidly expanding offices in Scotland—whether in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, or Perth—while taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model.At AECOM, we are at the cutting edge of innovation, executing a remarkable portfolio of water programs and projects through enduring partnerships with key clients. Recently, AECOM has been chosen as a preferred bidder for one of the two Primary Designers for Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise. This transformative, multi-billion-pound initiative is the largest project ever undertaken by Scottish Water and will revolutionize Scotland’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033 (with the possibility of extending for an additional 6 years).AECOM will play a crucial role in this groundbreaking delivery model, fostering design excellence at scale and collaborating with Scottish Water and our Enterprise Partners to achieve outcomes that provide value for customers in Scotland and strive for net-zero goals. This is a significant triumph for AECOM and a robust endorsement of our expertise, offering a fantastic opportunity to engage in long-term, impactful work that benefits communities across Scotland. This position provides an exceptional chance to contribute to this program and work alongside a talented, diverse team dedicated to innovation and efficiency.Your Responsibilities:Project LeadershipGuide project teams in delivering high-caliber outcomes that fulfill client expectations.Oversee design scope to ensure projects are completed within budget and schedule constraints.Technical ExpertiseExhibit a robust technical understanding and stay informed about current industry practices and innovations.Lead the quality assurance process for project deliverables, ensuring adherence to standards and client requirements.Team DevelopmentMentor and develop junior staff, providing guidance and support to help them achieve their full potential.Encourage a collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes professional growth.Communication and Stakeholder EngagementServe as a strong communicator, effectively engaging with various project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and external partners.Health & Safety LeadershipMaintain a solid knowledge of current health and safety legislation.Proactively instill a safety-first culture within your area of responsibility, ensuring compliance and promoting best practices.

Begin your journey with us. Advance your career here.AECOM Advisory is our innovative management consulting Global Business Line, designed to leverage AECOM’s extensive operational expertise in infrastructure design and engineering services. We pride ourselves on being a trusted advisor to senior clients and executive teams, addressing their most critical enterprise and strategic challenges.Our clientele spans the entire value chain in infrastructure and the built environment, including central and local governments, defense, energy, investors, transportation, and water sectors. Our dedicated UK team of over 100 professionals comprises business analysts, economists, commercial strategists, major program advisors, and change management experts. We empower our clients to refine their strategies, implement major programs for successful outcomes, and enhance operational performance, ensuring value for stakeholders and positive community impact.We represent a new era of consulting, one that draws upon genuine operational and technical expertise from our broader platform to deliver industry-specific insights and capabilities to our clients.We are looking for exceptional leaders to join AECOM Advisory, who are driven by a mission to serve our clients. This role is open for applicants located anywhere in the UK.As a member of our dynamic and supportive team of diverse consulting professionals, you will thrive in a culture that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving. Our mission is to tackle our clients’ most complex and impactful challenges while offering career pathways that foster professional development and personal growth.Your responsibilities will include:As a Senior Director within AECOM Advisory’s UK division, your daily responsibilities will encompass driving business development, overseeing delivery engagements, and leading practice development. This role requires a proactive, seller-doer approach with responsibilities including:Initiating industry discussions and networking with professionals to identify and create business development opportunities.Utilizing industry insights and commercial intelligence to strategically target and shape business development initiatives.Managing all facets of business development, including client outreach, proposal creation, solution architecture, commercial strategy, internal risk assessment, and compliance processes.Leading multiple parallel delivery teams across various models, ensuring quality control and effective supervision.Providing leadership during client interactions to report on progress and validate insights, including engagement with C-suite executives and senior management stakeholders.

AECOM Advisory is our innovative management consulting Global Business Line, designed to leverage AECOM's extensive operational expertise in infrastructure design and engineering services. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to senior-level clients and executive teams, addressing their most pressing enterprise and strategic challenges.We cater to a diverse array of clients within the infrastructure and built environment sectors, including central and local governments, defence, energy, investors, transportation, and water. Our UK team, comprising 100 skilled professionals, includes business analysts, economists, commercial strategists, major programme advisors, and change management practitioners. We empower our clients to formulate effective strategies, establish major programmes for successful execution, and enhance operational performance to create value for stakeholders and positively impact communities.As a new breed of consulting firm, we capitalize on our true operational and technical expertise to deliver industry-specific insights and capabilities to our clients.We are on the lookout for accomplished leaders who are passionate about serving our clients at AECOM Advisory. This role can be based anywhere in the UK, offering flexibility and a chance to be part of a dynamic team.Joining us as a Senior Director in AECOM Advisory’s UK business means engaging in business development, overseeing delivery engagements, and leading practice advancements within the defence sector. This seller-doer role encompasses:Engaging in industry dialogues and professional networks to identify and cultivate business development opportunities.Utilizing industry knowledge and commercial insight to strategically target and shape business development initiatives.Managing all facets of business development for engagements and broader campaigns, including client outreach, proposal generation, solution architecture, pricing strategy, internal risk assessment, and compliance.Leading and supervising multiple concurrent delivery teams across diverse models, tempos, and engagement scopes.Providing insights and oversight for client interactions regarding delivery progress, ensuring visibility with C-suite clients and senior stakeholders.

Join our dynamic team at AECOM as a Chartered Building Surveyor in Edinburgh. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to provide comprehensive building surveying services, including project management, contract administration, and building inspections. You will work closely with clients to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while adhering to industry standards.

Join AECOM, a global leader in architecture and engineering, as a Senior Lighting Designer. In this role, you will lead innovative lighting design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Your expertise will shape the ambiance of spaces across various sectors, from commercial to residential, ensuring that each design is not only functional but also enhances the aesthetic experience.As a Senior Lighting Designer, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior designers, contribute to design strategy, and engage with clients to bring their visions to life. We are looking for a creative thinker with a passion for sustainable design and a commitment to excellence.

Begin your journey with us and expand your horizons.Are you prepared to contribute to a team of skilled engineers and influence the future of the water sector?Become a pivotal member of our vibrant and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal CFD Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in delivering projects across the UK and internationally. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work from home or one of our Reservoir Engineering hub offices located in Edinburgh, Belfast, or Leeds.At AECOM, we lead the charge in innovation, delivering a remarkable portfolio of water programs and projects through enduring partnerships with key clients. This opportunity is exceptional, enabling you to collaborate with a talented and diverse team dedicated to innovation and efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Oversee comprehensive 3D CFD modeling for spillways, energy dissipation structures, intake/outlet works, and various hydraulic infrastructures.Examine turbulent and transient flows, energy losses, cavitation risks, air entrainment, water-hammer effects, and scale interactions to inform safe and effective design.Combine CFD with physical model outcomes (calibration/validation), translating findings into design optimization and risk mitigation.Create detailed technical reports, visualizations, and client presentations for interdisciplinary teams and stakeholders.Act as the technical authority for hydraulic CFD within the dams & reservoirs team; maintain QA standards and best practices.Guide and mentor junior modellers, promoting capability advancement and knowledge-sharing across the practice.Participate in scope definition, proposal creation, and cost estimation; aid business development related to CFD services.Coordinate planning, execution, and delivery timelines across multidisciplinary teams to fulfill project and client needs.Occasional site visits (e.g., surveys, data collection for model development/calibration) may be required; travel is typically infrequent and can be adjusted based on project demands.Experience the Benefits.You will thrive in an inclusive and innovative environment where your contributions are appreciated. AECOM offers a variety of core benefits designed to support your future and well-being, along with flexible options that you can tailor to fit your lifestyle. Leverage our technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteer days to fast-track your career development, and enjoy our flexible hybrid working model to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique and are more than willing to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements.If you are passionate about innovation and turning visionary ideas into reality, we invite you to reach out to us. Follow our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn to stay informed about the impactful projects we are working on...

AECOM Advisory stands at the forefront of management consulting, leveraging AECOM's extensive expertise in infrastructure design and engineering services. We are recognized as trusted advisers to senior-level clients and executive teams, addressing their most critical enterprise and strategic challenges.Our services span the entire value chain for clients in the infrastructure and built environment sectors, including central and local government, defense, energy, investors, transportation, and water. Our UK team comprises 100 talented professionals, including business analysts, economists, commercial strategists, major program advisors, and change management experts. We empower our clients to refine their strategies, establish major programs for successful execution, and enhance their operational performance, thus creating value for stakeholders and making a positive impact on communities.As a pioneering consulting firm, we combine genuine operational and technical expertise with in-depth industry knowledge to provide insights that drive results for our clients.We are on the lookout for dynamic leaders who are passionate about their work to join our AECOM Advisory team. This role can be based anywhere in the UK.As a Senior Director in AECOM Advisory's UK business, you will lead business development, oversee engagement delivery, and spearhead practice development within the local government sector. This seller-doer position encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including:Engaging in industry dialogues and professional networks to unearth and develop business opportunities.Utilizing industry expertise and commercial insight to strategically target, define, and shape business development initiatives.Managing all facets of business development for engagements and broader campaigns, including client outreach, proposal development, solutions architecture, commercial strategies, and compliance reviews.Leading multiple delivery teams across diverse models and engagement scopes, ensuring quality control and oversight.Providing leadership during client interactions, offering updates on delivery progress, and validating insights, particularly in engagements involving C-suite clients and senior management.

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Electrical Engineer at AECOM in Edinburgh. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in electrical engineering to design and implement innovative solutions for various projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety are achieved.Your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and clients. We foster a collaborative environment where creativity and technical excellence thrive.

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Risk Management Consultant to join our dynamic team at AECOM in Edinburgh. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks associated with various projects. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that risk management strategies are effectively integrated into project planning and execution.Your expertise will help us enhance our risk management frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a culture of proactive risk assessment. If you are passionate about driving risk management excellence and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply.

Join AECOM, a leading firm in the civil and structural engineering industry, as we expand our Bridges division in response to numerous prestigious project wins. We are in search of driven, diligent, and passionate graduates in Civil and Structural Engineering, equipped with solid computational, mathematical, and design capabilities. As part of our team, you will engage in diverse projects, overseeing all phases from initial concept through to implementation, for clients operating at local, national, and international levels. Your focus will be on delivering exceptional results while embracing the challenges posed by technically intricate projects.Our Bridges teams are at the forefront of the sector, offering a multitude of opportunities in a dynamic industry. With our strong global presence, you could find yourself working on the design of projects across the UK and internationally, collaborating with offices in London, Madrid, Italy, the United States, and the Middle East. You will contribute to the evaluation and maintenance of the UK’s existing bridge network, as well as propose innovative structural renewal solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technology while collaborating with various disciplines within AECOM. Our teams are characterized by excellence, agility, strong communication, forward-thinking, and global awareness, all essential in fostering robust relationships with our clients and stakeholders in an increasingly competitive market.Recent notable projects include: Edmonton Capital Line Network Arch Bridge in Canada, Jodrell Bank Telescope, North Manama Crossing in Bahrain, Thames Tideway, Tower Bridge Refurbishment, and more. Join us and contribute to projects that have a tangible impact on communities.

Are you passionate about ecology and eager to make a difference? Join our esteemed Nature team as a Principal Ecologist and play a pivotal role in shaping environmental solutions. At AECOM, we lead the charge in ecological innovation, delivering remarkable projects through enduring partnerships with key clients.In this pivotal role, you will serve as the technical lead on a diverse range of stimulating projects. You will mentor and support the wider team in delivering exceptional ecological outcomes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal results for nature and our clients.Current projects include:Major infrastructure initiatives, particularly in the renewable energy sector.Innovative projects that contribute to a sustainable future, such as river restoration, flood management, active travel projects, and urban regeneration.Your responsibilities will include:Leading and delivering high-caliber ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients.Planning, scheduling, and organizing all phases of ecological project work, ensuring that resources, budgets, and controls are effectively managed to meet program and budgetary goals.Developing technically sound and practical solutions for complex ecological challenges.Producing and reviewing ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species license applications.Ensuring all project deliverables meet high-quality standards through diligent authorship and technical review.Contributing to the ongoing enhancement of our technical expertise.Join us and grow your career.Become a vital part of our dynamic Nature team, which consists of approximately 230 experts in arboriculture, forestry, groundwater, surface water, and ecology. Our team includes national and global leaders with extensive experience in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, and management. At AECOM, you will thrive in an inclusive and progressive environment that values your contributions.Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits at AECOM, including tailored core and personalized options that support your future and well-being. Benefit from career development opportunities, a flexible hybrid working model that promotes a healthy work-life balance, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Join AECOM as a Principal Hydraulic Modeller, specializing in flood risk management. In this pivotal role, you will lead hydraulic modeling projects, ensuring effective flood risk assessments and solutions. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing community resilience and environmental sustainability.

Join AECOM as a Civil Engineering Graduate specializing in Water Management, commencing in Summer 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects that address critical water infrastructure challenges. As a graduate engineer, you will collaborate with experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights and hands-on experience in the civil engineering field.

AECOM is seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Water Projects team in Edinburgh. In this critical role, you will lead the design and implementation of innovative electrical engineering solutions for water infrastructure projects. Your expertise will drive project success and support our commitment to sustainable development.

THE POSITION Join our innovative team at FanDuel, where we are currently seeking a talented Data Engineer to enhance our data engineering capabilities. In this exciting role, you will play a crucial part in developing and maintaining the data pipelines and infrastructure that drive analytics, machine learning, and strategic business decisions across the organization. You will have the opportunity to design, develop, and maintain robust data systems while collaborating with key stakeholders to support impactful data initiatives. The ideal candidate is a passionate technical expert who thrives on working with large datasets, solving real-world problems, and continuously evolving in a fast-moving environment. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! THE GAME PLAN Your contributions will be vital in various areas: Build & Maintain Data Pipelines: Design, construct, and oversee scalable batch and streaming data pipelines to bolster analytics and business operations. Write clear, efficient, and well-documented code utilizing technologies such as Python, SQL, and Spark. Ensure data reliability, accuracy, and timely delivery. Collaborate Across Teams: Engage with data analysts, data scientists, and product managers to gather requirements and provide actionable data solutions. Translate business inquiries into engineering tasks and assist in technical planning. Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and retrospectives as a member of an agile team. Data Quality & Operations: Monitor data pipelines and resolve issues promptly and systematically. Implement data quality checks and enhance observability and testing practices. Document data sources, transformations, and architectural decisions to promote long-term maintainability.