Maritime Engineer

Overview

In this role you will lead and support the design and analysis of civil and structural works in marine and coastal environments for a global ports team. You contribute across the project lifecycle from concept to construction, delivering safe, sustainable solutions that meet UK and international standards. You work with multidisciplinary engineers and clients to shape resilient coastal and port infrastructure. The opportunity offers exposure to high-profile maritime projects and professional growth within a global firm.

Pay / Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Professional development through AECOM University
• Support toward professional chartership and career advancement
• Volunteering days
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural design and analysis of maritime/coastal structures using BS, Eurocodes, PIANC, CIRIA, ICE guidance
• Develop concept through detailed designs for quay walls, jetties, revetments, breakwaters, dolphins, linkspans, and related works
• Perform stability, bearing capacity, and durability assessments under wave, current, and corrosion effects
• Design and specify fendering systems, mooring arrangements, and scour protection measures
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Conduct site inspections and structural condition surveys; prepare inspection reports
• Liaise with clients, contractors, port authorities, and regulatory bodies
• Collaborate with geotechnical, hydraulic, environmental, and coastal process engineers across teams
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and CDM regulations
• Provide technical support during construction, review contractor submissions, respond to site queries
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, mentoring, and continuous improvement within the team

Key requirements

• MEng or BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Strong civil/structural design background, ideally with marine/coastal experience
• Understanding of structural behaviour, materials (concrete, steel, sheet piles), and marine loading
• Familiarity with British Standards, Eurocodes, and maritime guidance documents
• Eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC level)
• Client and stakeholder liaison
• Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
• Mentoring and knowledge sharing
• Structural design and analysis for marine structures
• Knowledge of quay walls, jetties, revetments, breakwaters, fendering systems, mooring arrangements, scour protection
• Experience with design codes (BS, Eurocodes, PIANC, CIRIA, ICE)

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