Engineering Geologist

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of what's possible?

We're seeking a Engineering Geologist who brings not only their technical expertise but also an innovative mindset.

We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services across the project lifecycle — from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.

Our Ground Engineering team partners with public and private clients to investigate ground conditions, manage geohazards, and design resilient, sustainable solutions that enable major infrastructure and development.

We are searching for an Engineering Geologist to join us here at AECOM and to undertake the planning and delivery of high-quality ground investigations, transform data into actionable insight, and support multi-disciplinary teams across landmark projects.

You will gain exposure from desk study through delivery — including site supervision, data management, and interpretive reporting — with clear pathways for technical and chartership development.

What can we offer?

We work for leading United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I) and international clients and have a wide range of commissions across all sectors, some typical examples of current and past projects include National Grid’s Great Grid Upgrade where our teams are supporting the overhaul of electricity distribution infrastructure across England and Wales;  H2Teesside which aims to be the largest blue hydrogen production facility in the UK; High Speed Rail; Network Rail’s Control Point 7 programme of works to operate, maintain and renew the mainline rail infrastructure; and overseas work including work for the Royal Commission of Al Ula and Neom.

Our Ground Engineering Practice covers all aspects of Ground Engineering serving a wide range of end markets including.

• Energy.
• Rail.
• Highways.
• Water.
• Development.
• Defence.
• Nuclear Sectors.
• Ports & Marine.

You will be joining an established team of Ground Engineers within the South-East region, will be based in the AECOM St Albans Office and will work closely with colleagues from across the UK & Ireland.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Plan and supervise ground investigations (scoping, method statements, logistics, permits) with a strong safety focus.
• Undertake soil/rock logging to BS 5930 and EC7; manage sampling, in-situ testing, and groundwater monitoring.
• Coordinate and schedule laboratory testing; assure data quality and manage digital records (e.g., AGS).
• Prepare factual and interpretive reports, including geohazard assessments, ground models, and design inputs.
• Support options appraisal and preliminary design (foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures) with geotechnical colleagues.
• Integrate with environmental, structures, highways, rail, water, and energy teams to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Apply CDM and H&S best practice on site; lead toolbox talks and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Mentor graduates and technicians; contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Travel to project sites as required by commission needs.

Come grow with us.

We develop projects from concept through operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear, multimillion-dollar projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.