Tunnelling & Geotechnical Modelling Engineer

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About Enterprise Capabilities

Enterprise Capabilities is a service-led organization within AECOM enabling access to a global talent pool. With offices in India, China, Spain, Poland, Romania and the Philippines, our teams of technical professionals provide around the clock project support helping AECOM teams around the world to deliver faster, smarter and better. EC supports AECOM’s ability to work as one global team by standardizing design processes, deploying collaboration technologies, and utilizing a connected network of technical expertise. By joining EC, you have the unique opportunity to work on AECOM’s monumental projects located around the world, contributing to our mission of delivering a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We are currently looking to hire a Tunnelling & Geotechnical Modelling Engineer with interest in numerical models to join our ambitious and experienced team. We are working on stages as early as feasibility studies up to detailed designs on a wide range of projects. Our clients are from the private and public sector and include long term Framework Agreements with numerous Local Authorities together with Design and Build commissions for many major Contractors. Our office has an established track record of successfully delivering designs for many years, throughout the USA and Australia not to mention Canada or Middle East. You may have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic Transportation, Water and Mining Projects, being part of a diverse and multicultural team for the EC Europe (Poland/Spain).

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Deliver numerical modelling analyses for ground engineering and tunnelling projects, primarily using FLAC3D and other specialised tools.
• Contribute to projects across different phases: concept, feasibility, detailed design and construction support.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary and international teams, collaborating with colleagues across Spain, Poland, South Africa and beyond.
• Play an active role in digitalisation initiatives, including developing and implementing new modelling tools and workflows.
• Take ownership of defined project packages or smaller projects, ensuring high-quality technical delivery.
• Prepare clear, concise and technically robust engineering deliverables, reviewed by senior engineers.
• Perform quality checks on your own work and support peer reviews.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to build team capability.

Why join us

• Work on complex, high-impact projects across multiple continents.
• Be part of a supportive and diverse international team.
• Enjoy real opportunities for technical growth and career progression.
• Contribute to cutting-edge work in numerical modelling and digital engineering.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in ground engineering and/or tunnelling.
• Fluent in English language.
• Hands-on experience with numerical modelling tools (FLAC3D preferred).
• Strong understanding of soil/rock mechanics and geotechnical design principles.
• Skills on computer programming (Python, Fish, MATLAB, etc..) will be a plus.
• Interest in innovation and digital engineering.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in international teams.

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About AECOM

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What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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