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Bridge Structures Engineering Apprentice - Cardiff (2027 Start)

AECOM
Location
Cardiff
Salary
Competitive
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
Level 6
Start date
1 January 2027
Vacancy reference
REF59643M
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade C/4+, minimum 5 GCSEs at grade C/4+; for Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship: Three A-Levels including Maths and a physical science at grade C+
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

Join AECOM's Bridges team in Cardiff as a Civil & Structural Engineering Apprentice. You'll gain hands-on experience working on a wide range of projects, from concept design to implementation, for clients operating locally, nationally, and internationally. The team leads the industry in delivering complex and impactful infrastructure, working with National Highways, Network Rail, local councils, National Grid, and Water Companies. You'll produce CAD drawings, support structural design, assist with project administration, review and analyse data, contribute to problem-solving, participate in site visits, and work toward achieving Engineering Technician (EngTech) and later Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status with the ICE or IStructE.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English. For Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship: Three A-Levels (or equivalent such as BTEC Level 3 in Civil Engineering), including Maths and a physical science at grade C or above. Some experience or shadowing in an engineering environment preferred. Interest in software-based engineering and design (e.g., CAD, 3D modelling). Passion for bridge structures. Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development. Creative, practical, adaptable, and enthusiastic mindset. Strong attention to detail and methodical thinking. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Right to work in the UK required.

Working week

Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from AECOM office, remote location or at client site

Skills

CAD (Computer-Aided Design)3D modellingStructural designProblem-solvingCommunicationAttention to detailData analysis

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade C/4
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade C/4
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade C/4
Desired
A Level · Mathematics · Grade C
Desired
A Level · Physical Science · Grade C

Company benefits

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families. Hybrid work options available. Access to industry-leading technology and thinking. All newly hired employees required to attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

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, their public- and private-sector clients trust them to solve their most complex challenges. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with Professional Services business revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
Website
aecom.com
If this one works out

This role is in Cardiff. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £475–£675 a month.

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