Senior Engineer - Active travel and Sustainable Transport at Aecom in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

design delivery

project coordination

technical assurance

design standards

client liaison

mentoring

Apply best practice and innovation to improve accessibility, safety and sustainable transport outcomes.
Contribute to the continued growth of the Belfast Streets team by sharing knowledge, supporting bids and helping shape best practice.
Lead the design, review and delivery of active travel, streetscape and cycling schemes.
Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs covering highways, drainage, structures, environmental, planning and urban design.
Provide technical assurance and support across schemes in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Capacity support to our Belfast Highways Team , contributing active travel and streets expertise to a wider range of highways and greenway projects
Work closely with clients, local authorities, delivery partners and contractors to progress schemes and resolve technical challenges.
Mentor and supervise graduate engineers, supporting their development and ensuring high-quality outputs.
Ensure all work meets relevant design standards (including NI Active Travel Design Guide, Cycling by Design, Cycle Design Manual, DMRB, TII Standards, SRW and MCHW).
The Active Travel Support Office (ATSO) , providing technical input where required
Represent the Belfast Streets team at meetings, workshops and design reviews.

Requirements

stakeholder

active travel

chartered engineer

design standards

Experience working with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams.
Post-graduate experience specifically in the design, supervision and management of active travel, streetscape or highway schemes.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) with ICE, CIHT, IStructE or equivalent.
Strong technical knowledge of active travel design standards and statutory processes.

Benefits

Career development opportunities via AECOM University, technical practice networks, and volunteering days.
Active travel and streets projects across the Republic of Ireland, working with colleagues in Dublin and Cork
Charity & Community Activities – fundraising challenges, sponsored walks/runs, STEM outreach days, and local volunteering initiatives.
Sports & Clubs – five-a-side football, cycling groups, hiking clubs, and participation in corporate challenge events and many more
Annual Celebrations – summer events, holiday celebrations, and recognition awards.
Wellbeing Events – yoga sessions, wellness weeks, lunchtime walks/cycles, and mental health awareness activities.
Flexible hybrid working
The Coleraine to Portstewart Signature Active Travel Scheme , one of Northern Ireland’s most high-profile active travel corridors
Professional development support, mentorship schemes, and training agreements with major engineering institutions.
A range of core and personalised benefits tailored to your lifestyle and well-being.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Born 1990

Year of Formation

The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.

$16B annual revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.

150+ countries

Global Presence

The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.

Megaprojects delivery

Project Scope

The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.

Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Culture + Values

Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.

Environment + Sustainability

2040

Net Zero Carbon Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.

50%

Emission Reduction Target

Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% gender parity

Gender Parity Target

Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.

35% increase

Women Leadership Growth

Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.

Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

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Role

Description

design delivery

project coordination

technical assurance

design standards

client liaison

mentoring

Apply best practice and innovation to improve accessibility, safety and sustainable transport outcomes.
Contribute to the continued growth of the Belfast Streets team by sharing knowledge, supporting bids and helping shape best practice.
Lead the design, review and delivery of active travel, streetscape and cycling schemes.
Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs covering highways, drainage, structures, environmental, planning and urban design.
Provide technical assurance and support across schemes in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Capacity support to our Belfast Highways Team , contributing active travel and streets expertise to a wider range of highways and greenway projects
Work closely with clients, local authorities, delivery partners and contractors to progress schemes and resolve technical challenges.
Mentor and supervise graduate engineers, supporting their development and ensuring high-quality outputs.
Ensure all work meets relevant design standards (including NI Active Travel Design Guide, Cycling by Design, Cycle Design Manual, DMRB, TII Standards, SRW and MCHW).
The Active Travel Support Office (ATSO) , providing technical input where required
Represent the Belfast Streets team at meetings, workshops and design reviews.

Requirements

stakeholder

active travel

chartered engineer

design standards

Experience working with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams.
Post-graduate experience specifically in the design, supervision and management of active travel, streetscape or highway schemes.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) with ICE, CIHT, IStructE or equivalent.
Strong technical knowledge of active travel design standards and statutory processes.

Benefits

Career development opportunities via AECOM University, technical practice networks, and volunteering days.
Active travel and streets projects across the Republic of Ireland, working with colleagues in Dublin and Cork
Charity & Community Activities – fundraising challenges, sponsored walks/runs, STEM outreach days, and local volunteering initiatives.
Sports & Clubs – five-a-side football, cycling groups, hiking clubs, and participation in corporate challenge events and many more
Annual Celebrations – summer events, holiday celebrations, and recognition awards.
Wellbeing Events – yoga sessions, wellness weeks, lunchtime walks/cycles, and mental health awareness activities.
Flexible hybrid working
The Coleraine to Portstewart Signature Active Travel Scheme , one of Northern Ireland’s most high-profile active travel corridors
Professional development support, mentorship schemes, and training agreements with major engineering institutions.
A range of core and personalised benefits tailored to your lifestyle and well-being.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Born 1990

Year of Formation

The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.

$16B annual revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.

150+ countries

Global Presence

The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.

Megaprojects delivery

Project Scope

The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.

Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Culture + Values

Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.

Environment + Sustainability

2040

Net Zero Carbon Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.

50%

Emission Reduction Target

Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% gender parity

Gender Parity Target

Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.

35% increase

Women Leadership Growth

Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.

Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

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