Full job descriptionRail CAD/BIM Apprentice - Swindon (2027 Start)Railway engineering is one of the most important ways that AECOM delivers a better world – we work on huge, complex and challenging railway infrastructure projects that increase urban and inter-city mobility for millions of people. AECOM is a global innovator in high-speed and urban transportation. Recent projects include major track improvements for the Southern Renewals Enterprise in England’s busiest passenger corridors, the Hong Kong–Shenzhen Western Rail Link (Hung Shui Kiu–Qianhai), the Elephant & Castle Station capacity upgrade in London, and key design and asset protection services for Network Rail frameworks across the UK, as well as delivering components of High Speed 2 and supporting global initiatives in sustainable rail.
We are looking for graduates who are team players and open thinkers who want to contribute to some of the biggest challenges in transportation infrastructure.
Job Responsibilities
As part of AECOM’s Apprenticeship Programme, you will gain hands-on experience while studying towards a recognised qualification. Working alongside experienced engineers, designers and digital specialists, you will develop technical skills in CAD and BIM while supporting the delivery of major rail infrastructure projects.
You will:
*Produce and develop 2D and 3D engineering drawings and models using industry-standard CAD and BIM software.
*Support the development and coordination of multidisciplinary rail designs including civils, track, structures, signalling and MEP systems.
*Assist with the creation, management and maintenance of BIM models and project information.
*Ensure drawings and models comply with project standards, industry requirements and client specifications.
*Support clash detection and design coordination activities across multiple disciplines.
*Assist with the preparation of technical documentation, drawings and design deliverables.
*Contribute to digital engineering initiatives and BIM best practice processes.
*Work closely with engineers, designers and project teams to deliver high-quality project outputs.
*Develop an understanding of railway engineering, digital delivery and construction methodologies.
*Participate in formal learning and training activities as part of your apprenticeship programme.
Qualifications*A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above, including Mathematics and English.
*Three A-Levels (or equivalent such as BTEC Level 3 in Civil Engineering), including Maths and a physical science at grade C or above – required for Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship.
*An interest in engineering design, digital technology and railway infrastructure.
*Awareness of CAD and BIM principles would be beneficial.
*Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
*Good Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
*Good communication and interpersonal skills.
*Enthusiastic, hard-working and willing to learn new technologies and processes.
*Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole.
*Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Additional Information*Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.
*Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades and details of the dates you are able to work to/from and well as locations you would be interested in.
*You must have the right to work in the UK.
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