Principal Structural Engineer

Job Description Start here. Grow here. AECOM has recently been named as one of two Primary Designers for Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise. This transformational, multi-billion-pound programme is the highest value venture ever put into place by Scottish Water and will reshape Scotland’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033 (with potential to extend for another 6 years). We’re growing our structural engineering team in Edinburgh—and this is your chance to be part of something bigger.

Join a thriving, close-knit team where your career isn’t just supported—it’s actively shaped. With clear pathways for professional development and progression, you’ll build a future-proof career while working alongside talented, driven colleagues who value collaboration and innovation.

AECOM’s Structures team is looking for passionate Principal and Associate Structural Engineers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and inspiring others. These aren’t “cog in the machine” roles—you’ll lead, mentor, and make a real impact. From guiding junior engineers to acting as the structural lead on diverse projects, you’ll collaborate across a multidisciplinary network spanning civil, structural, MEICA, hydraulic modelling, and digital engineering.

If you’re ready to stretch your expertise, lead with purpose, and see your ideas come to life on projects of all sizes, this is your opportunity.

Ready to make a difference? Join us in shaping the future of Scotland’s infrastructure—and create a lasting, sustainable legacy for generations to come.

Enjoy the perks.

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 700 experts across the UK & Ireland. You’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and let's not forget the perks! 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, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits you.

We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re more than happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements.  If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you. Follow our AECOM Water page on Linked In to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry! 

Qualifications Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Degree (or equivalent) in Civil and/or Structural Engineering, or a similar discipline

Proven experience in structural engineering design

Experience in the design and construction of reinforced concrete structures and structural steelwork

Additional Information 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 Reaso At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOMAECOM 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…