Graduate Structural Engineer - Bridges Design
Posted date [2026-05-19]
(ID: 45387)
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Job Description and Requirements
Graduate Structural Engineer - Bridges DesignJob Snapshot
Role: Graduate Structural Engineer - Bridges Design
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Experience: Graduate entry level
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Graduate Structural Engineer - Bridges Design in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for a recent civil or structural engineering graduate who wants to develop practical skills in structural analysis, bridge design, infrastructure structures, technical calculations, BIM coordination, and engineering documentation. This AECOM ADVANCE graduate program role provides structured learning, senior engineer guidance, multidisciplinary project exposure, and a strong foundation for a long-term career in structural engineering and infrastructure design.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 8000-11000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Support senior engineers with structural analysis, detailed design calculations, and technical checks for bridges and infrastructure structures.
* Assist in preparing design sketches, engineering reports, calculation notes, diagrams, and technical documentation.
* Coordinate with CAD and BIM technicians to support the production of accurate drawings, models, and design deliverables.
* Apply academic knowledge of structural design principles to supervised engineering tasks.
* Use structural analysis and design software to support basic calculations, model reviews, and engineering problem-solving.
* Follow guidance from senior engineers while developing technical judgment, design accuracy, and professional confidence.
* Contribute to multidisciplinary coordination with civil, transport, infrastructure, CAD, BIM, and project delivery teams.
* Support quality-focused design work by checking details, maintaining organized records, and following project standards.
* Participate in learning and professional development activities under AECOM’s ADVANCE graduate program.
* Assist with project tasks according to agreed schedules, technical direction, and quality expectations.
* Build understanding of bridge engineering, infrastructure structures, design workflows, and professional accreditation pathways.
* Communicate progress, questions, and technical inputs clearly within the project team.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
* Candidate should have completed, or be near completion of, a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
* Recent graduate who completed studies within the last 24 months or no later than September 2024.
* Minimum GPA of 3.2 or above, in line with AECOM graduate program eligibility requirements.
* Master’s degree holders should have started the master’s program within 12 months of completing the bachelor’s degree.
* Candidates with more than 1 year of postgraduate work experience are not eligible for this graduate program.
* Strong academic background with basic understanding of structural design principles for bridges and infrastructure structures.
* Academic familiarity with structural analysis and design software such as MIDAS, ETABS, SAFE, STAAD, CSI Bridge, or similar tools.
* Working toward professional accreditation such as Chartered Engineer or PE will be desirable.
* Good communication and teamwork abilities with the confidence to work in a multidisciplinary design environment.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality engineering work.
* Willingness to learn, follow senior guidance, and develop technical and professional skills.
Skills Set
* Structural engineering
* Bridge design
* Infrastructure structures
* Structural analysis
* Design calculations
* Technical documentation
* Engineering reports
* Design sketches
* CAD coordination
* BIM coordination
* MIDAS
* ETABS
* SAFE
* STAAD
* CSI Bridge
* Civil engineering design
* Multidisciplinary teamwork
* Quality-focused design
* Professional development
* Graduate engineering training
* Technical communication
* Attention to detail
Why Join Us
* Join AECOM’s ADVANCE graduate program and begin a structured career path in structural engineering and infrastructure design.
* Gain practical exposure to bridges, transport infrastructure, structural calculations, design documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination.
* Learn directly from experienced structural engineers while supporting real project work across the UAE and wider Middle East.
* Build long-term career value in a technical discipline linked to mobility, infrastructure resilience, and future urban development.
* Develop useful software, documentation, design review, and professional communication skills in a supervised environment.
* Work in a collaborative culture that supports technical growth, professional accreditation, mentoring, and career progression.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure and engineering consultancy delivering advisory, planning, design, program management, construction management, and supervision services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. In Abu Dhabi and across the UAE, AECOM supports public and private sector clients with sustainable, resilient, and technically advanced project solutions that improve communities, strengthen infrastructure, and support future-ready development.
