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Job Description
Our Renewable Energy team are currently seeking a Civil Engineering Apprentice to work in our Edinburgh office from August 26 onwards on a permanent basis.
About our Team
At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As the world accelerates efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy, we’re playing a pivotal role in delivering innovative, low-carbon energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the industry, our communities, and the planet.
As a global leader in advisory, engineering, environmental, programme delivery and construction services, we’re committed to delivering resilient, sustainable legacies. From wind and solar to hydropower, energy storage, hydrogen and nuclear, our projects span the entire energy ecosystem, enabling the UK’s transition to a greener future. We're proud to be working on some of the most iconic energy projects, ensuring a balanced, reliable, and sustainable energy mix for future generations.
Successful candidates will be deployed to work on different projects providing civil/structural support for the following types of technologies.
- On and offshore wind
- Solar PV
- Hydroelectric – run of river and pumped storage.
- Grid connection works – cable route and substation civil
- Hydrogen production and storage
- Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
Projects include all stages of design from feasibility to detailed design and site construction supervision both in the UK and internationally. Our clients are a mix between large energy utility generators to private developers.
A typical project example:
Lancaster University Solar Farm – AECOM was awarded the contract following the Client’s successful planning application for a private wire ground mount solar farm PV development. AECOM completed a reference design and prepared a full pack for tendering; this included the preparation of technical specifications and clients’ requirements. AECOM are currently acting as the NEC Project Manager and Owner’s Engineer during the build and commissioning of the site.
Red John Pumped Storage Hydro – AECOM successfully supported the ILI Group to gain planning permission for the 450MW pumped storage hydro project. AECOM provided EIA, consenting, environmental surveys and engineering support from the early stages of feasibility through to a positive decision by the Scottish Minister.
Here's what you'll do:
When an apprentice starts with AECOM, we pair them with a senior member of the team who will guide and mentor them through their initial period working on live projects and business development proposals. Their initial role be involved in a selection of activities potentially including:
- Supporting the delivery of consultancy services on renewable energy engineering projects.
- Providing support into the input of feasibility level studies for renewable energy projects in conjunction with the wider AECOM teams.
- Assist in preparation of technical reports.
- Assist in preparation of detailed design information
- Assisting in securing work with renewable energy developers and their supply chain
- Occasional site visits to construction sites would be a feature of this role.
- Attend University on average 1 day per week for 4 years to gain a a Beng (Hons) Civil Engineering.
Enjoy the Perks
At AECOM, 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, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
Here is what you will get from us!
On the job support and learning.
Our ADVANCE programme is designed to help you build your career in AECOM. You will attend several instructor-led training sessions where you will meet and hear from people across the business and take part in a series of interactive activities to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your role.
We will provide you with all the support and tools you need to achieve your professional development ambitions, including Professional Registration with the relevant international professional institution in this instance the Institution of Civil Engineers.
See our digital early careers e-brochure here
Qualifications
Here’s what we’re looking for:
The successful candidate will be enrolled onto a BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering course at Heriot Watt University or Edinburgh Napier University. This is a SCQF Level 10 qualification.
- Minimum of 5 National 5’s at grade C or above including Mathematics & English.
- A minimum of four SQA Highers at Grade BBBB including Maths to be achieved by the end of S6
- Foundation Apprenticeships in a related discipline or recognition of vocational qualifications and experiential learning will be considered.
- Able to demonstrate an interest in and a desire to pursue a career within the civil engineering field of Renewable Energy
- Hardworking and enthusiastic.
- Creative, practical, and adaptable.
- Self-motivated and organised.
- Proficient in English and with excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
- IT skills should include Microsoft Office
- Ability to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focus
- Good numerical skills
- Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & writing
Desirable
- Full driving license or learning to drive and willingness to travel on occasion is desirable (some site travel with equipment may be required)
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at [email protected]
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
Additional 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 an immediate or advanced offer start.
Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s 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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com 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 you’re 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. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll 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 person’s potential, and we’ll 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 [email protected] if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
State/Province: MidlothianBusiness Group: DCSLegal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK LimitedBusiness Line: EnergyWork Location Model: HybridOperating Group: InternationalPrimary Location: UK - Edinburgh - Tanfield
