Graduate Engineer - Highways

Join AECOM's 2026 Graduate Program

Are you eager to start your career in road design and engineering? AECOM invites you to apply for the role of Graduate Highways Engineer within our esteemed Highways team. This opportunity is part of our Graduate Program, where you will gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills in road design and engineering.

Role Overview: As a Graduate Highways Engineer at AECOM, you will be a key member of our Highways team, working on impactful road design projects and gaining exposure to essential design software such as AutoCAD and Civil3D.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist senior engineers in preparing scope of works documents and project design criteria.
• Apply Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures to ensure sound and coordinated design across disciplines.
• Gain experience in road design, including plans, profiles, typical sections, cross sections, and signage.
• Utilize PowerPoint to create presentations and progress reports.
• Demonstrate strong communication and technical report writing skills.
• Develop proficiency in road design software.
• Familiarity with engineering standards, codes of practice, and local authority guidelines is advantageous.

What We're Looking For: We are seeking a motivated graduate who:

• Is passionate about road design and engineering.
• Possesses strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Is proficient in design software or willing to learn.
• Has a keen attention to detail and a desire to deliver high-quality work.
• Have previous consultancy road design internship experience is a plus.

Apply now to kickstart your career in highways engineering!