Graduate Traffic Engineer

AECOMis built to deliver a better world. We design build finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments businesses and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure to resilient communities and environments to stable and secure nations our work is transformative differentiated and vital. AFortune 500firmsee how we deliver what others can only imagine @AECOM.  We have a number of exciting opportunities across the UK and Ireland (UK&I) for graduates to work within our Traffic Engineering Teams. This team one of the largest dedicated Traffic Engineering Teams in the UK&I is focused on developing engineering measures to achieve a safe and efficient movement and interaction of pedestrians cyclists and vehicles on our roads. We focus mainly on developing and appraising practical solutions which require consideration of traffic flows road geometry cycle facilities traffic signs pavement engineering traffic signals and intelligent transport strive to achieve the optimum use of the available space which is often constrained especially in urban areas.  Our main aim is to create Streets that are more pleasant and safe to use by our local communities. Job DescriptionOur Traffic Engineering Teams work throughout the UK&I and are involved in a wide range of projects from concept and preliminary design traffic modelling through to detailed design and implementation with graduates gaining experience in all stages of a project often work alongside other construction professionals such as urban designers in multi-disciplinary teams to create great urban we deliver sustainable cost effective solutions to our clients whether they are local or national authorities. Work is often fast paced and requires creativitytenacity and excellent communication to achieve the right result for our clients whilst respecting the requirements of wider stakeholders and maintaining the highest industry standards.  Recent projects include the award winning Cycle Superhighways in London  design of a new Manchester Metrolink extension to Trafford Park the design of the Oxford Street Pedestrianisation  the design of the Melton Mowbray Bypass the creation of innovative multimodal corridors in Birmingham Manchester Edinburgh and Dublin to name but a few. Job Responsibilities When a graduate starts with us we pair them with an experienced engineer who will guide and mentor them through their initial period working on live projects. Training is arranged on our software engineering tools such as Autocad/Civils3D and when where required traffic modelling software including LINSIG TRANSYT and VISSIM to ensure all our engineers have a full set of design skills.  Early work with us will typically be assisting in developing our designs through the different stages attending meetings and workshops with our clients and other design professionals. As a graduate develops they are expected to take on more responsibility in managing our projects from inception through to completion.  Candidates will use industry leading computer software and BIM modelling programmes while working on a variety of different projects including:  Road & Street design  Cycle lane design  Bus Priority and BRT Design  Streetscape improvement projects  Traffic management planning and design  Traffic signal design  Traffic signage design  Traffic modelling (micro-simulation) Our Traffic Engineering graduates will also have opportunities to work on major highways projects as both Traffic Engineering and Highway Graduates work together and will rotate between projects so as a broad range of training will be provided to all our Roads Graduates.  Qualifications : BEng in Civil Engineering General Engineering or BA/BSc Geography with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or aboveMEng in Civil Engineering General Engineering with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or above or MA/MSc Geography would be an advantageAnd/or MSc in Transport PlanningMasters in MathematicsEnthusiastic hard-working technically proficient with ambition and drive.Basic computer skills on Word and Excel are essentialGood report writing skills are beneficial.Enthusiastic hard-working with ambition and driveAbility to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a wholeAbility to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focusAdditional Information : Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.    Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades and details of the dates you are able to work to/from and well as locations you would be interested in. You must have the right to work in the UK.Professional Development Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) along with our huge scope of projects across the globe will challenge and inspire you to make a real difference to the world we live in. Our GDP forms a core part of our business strategy globally designed to develop the best talent across numerous disciplines to lead our business into the future. We have over 750 graduates on our programmes across the UK & Ireland from over 40 different disciplines each and every one of them making a tangible difference to the environment we all live and work in.  We will provide you with all the tools and support you need to achieve your professional development ambitions including Chartership with the relevant international professional institution where we have graduates working towards over 30 professional institutions in the UK & Ireland. We will push you to achieve the highest standards and expect our graduates to pass their professional review first time. You will be assigned a mentor to support and guide your development and undertake regular training modules throughout the programme. There will be on-the-job technical development and classroom training where required and the opportunity to work on live client projects with significant multi-disciplinary exposure. 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 and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You 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 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 benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. 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.We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Clerical,Engineering,Assembly Language,Credit,Clinical Experience: years Vacancy: 1