54 Software Architect jobs in Edinburgh

Our client, a fast-paced and innovative technology firm, is seeking an exceptional Principal Software Architect to lead their engineering efforts. This role operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of remote work and in-office collaboration. Situated in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK , you will be responsible for defining the technical vision and architectural roadmap for our next generation of software products. This senior position requires a deep understanding of software development best practices, design patterns, and architectural principles across various technology stacks. You will guide development teams, mentor engineers, and ensure the scalability, reliability, and maintainability of our software solutions. Your responsibilities will include evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies, designing robust APIs, and establishing coding standards and development methodologies. You will collaborate closely with product management and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technically sound and innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software architecture, with a strong portfolio of complex, large-scale system designs. Expertise in multiple programming languages, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is essential. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are paramount, as you will be expected to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. A passion for innovation, a commitment to quality, and the ability to inspire and lead engineering teams are key attributes for success in this role. This is a career-defining opportunity for a visionary architect looking to make a significant impact on the future of our technology.

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Lead Software Architect to join their pioneering technology team on a fully remote basis. This pivotal role involves designing, developing, and implementing scalable, high-performance software solutions that align with business objectives and technological roadmaps. You will be responsible for defining architectural standards, guiding development teams, and ensuring the technical integrity and robustness of our software products. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of modern software development principles, architectural patterns, and cloud technologies.

Key responsibilities include creating detailed architectural designs, evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies, and mentoring junior engineers. You will collaborate closely with product managers, stakeholders, and development teams to translate requirements into elegant technical solutions. This role demands exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong analytical skills, and a passion for staying at the forefront of technological advancements. You will play a crucial role in driving technical innovation, improving code quality, and optimizing system performance. Experience with microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and various programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) is essential. A proven track record of successfully architecting and delivering complex enterprise-level applications is required. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is highly desirable. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary architect to shape the future of our technology stack and lead a talented team from anywhere. We are looking for a strategic thinker with excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Join us and contribute to building cutting-edge software in a fully remote, collaborative environment.

Our client, a pioneering automotive technology company renowned for its innovation in connected car systems and autonomous driving solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Automotive Software Architect to join their globally distributed, remote-first engineering team. This role is critical in shaping the future of vehicle software architecture, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure solutions for next-generation automotive platforms. You will be working from the comfort of your own home, collaborating with a talented international team to deliver groundbreaking automotive software.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain the overall software architecture for complex automotive systems, including infotainment, ADAS, and vehicle control units.
• Define software requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies, ensuring seamless interaction between hardware and software components.
• Lead the technical direction for software development teams, providing guidance on coding standards, best practices, and design patterns.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, system engineers, and safety experts to translate automotive requirements into technical specifications.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet project objectives and ensure long-term maintainability.
• Conduct architectural reviews, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Champion cybersecurity best practices and ensure the architecture adheres to automotive security standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434).
• Mentor and guide junior software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning within the remote team.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and methodologies.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in the automotive industry, particularly in areas such as embedded systems, AI/ML, and over-the-air (OTA) updates.
• Participate in defining the long-term technology roadmap for automotive software.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a software architecture role within the automotive industry.
• Deep understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, Ethernet, LIN).
• Proven experience in designing software for safety-critical systems and knowledge of automotive safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262).
• Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python).
• Familiarity with software development lifecycles (Agile, Waterfall) and modern CI/CD practices.
• Experience with AUTOSAR, middleware solutions, and application frameworks is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of software security principles and their application in automotive environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, adept at working effectively in a fully remote, international team environment.

This fully remote position offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of automotive technology from anywhere, contributing to revolutionary vehicle advancements with a company at the forefront of the industry.

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Lead Automotive Software Architect to join their cutting-edge automotive technology team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for defining and driving the software architecture for next-generation automotive systems, including infotainment, autonomous driving, and connected vehicle solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), AUTOSAR, and software development lifecycles within the automotive domain. You will lead a team of talented software engineers, mentor junior architects, and collaborate with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define, document, and maintain the overall software architecture for automotive ECUs and platforms.
• Establish software design principles, patterns, and best practices for the automotive industry.
• Lead the technical direction and architectural decisions for software development projects.
• Collaborate closely with systems engineers, hardware architects, and product managers to translate requirements into robust software designs.
• Oversee the design and implementation of critical software components, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Mentor and guide a team of software architects and senior engineers.
• Conduct design reviews and code inspections to ensure adherence to architectural guidelines and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks related to software architecture.
• Stay current with emerging automotive technologies, standards, and industry trends.
• Contribute to the definition of software development processes and toolchains.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in automotive software development, with at least 5 years in a software architecture role.
• Expertise in embedded systems design and development, C/C++, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Deep understanding of automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).
• Proficiency with AUTOSAR architecture and development tools.
• Experience with automotive cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Proven experience leading software teams and mentoring engineers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of automotive software. You will be working on challenging and innovative projects with a company that values technical excellence and provides a highly collaborative and supportive remote working environment.

Our client, a rapidly growing tech innovator specializing in cutting-edge cloud-based solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Architect to join their fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity to design and implement the architectural vision for complex, scalable, and resilient software systems that drive our client's product roadmap. You will be responsible for defining architectural patterns, selecting appropriate technologies, and ensuring the technical integrity and performance of our software offerings. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD best practices. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams, product managers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a software architecture role. Proven experience in designing and deploying large-scale distributed systems in a cloud environment is essential. Strong knowledge of various programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go) and database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) is required. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, are paramount. As a fully remote position, we are looking for self-motivated individuals who thrive in an independent work environment and are adept at collaborating virtually. This role offers a highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact on the technological direction of a forward-thinking company. You will be working with a talented and collaborative global team, shaping the future of cloud technology from the comfort of your own home.

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Automotive Software Architect to join their cutting-edge, fully remote engineering team. This role is critical in defining the software architecture for next-generation electric vehicles (EVs), focusing on autonomous driving systems, in-car infotainment, and vehicle control units. You will be responsible for designing scalable, robust, and secure software solutions that meet stringent automotive industry standards. This is a remote-first position, offering the opportunity to work from anywhere in the UK with a globally recognized automotive innovator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and evolve the overall software architecture for electric vehicle platforms, ensuring modularity, reusability, and maintainability.
• Lead the design and implementation of software components for ADAS, infotainment systems, connectivity, and vehicle dynamics control.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, system architects, and product managers to translate requirements into technical specifications.
• Establish and enforce software development best practices, coding standards, and rigorous testing methodologies.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, tools, and frameworks for software development.
• Mentor and guide a team of talented software engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative remote work environment.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to enhance software quality and development efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with automotive safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262) and cybersecurity requirements.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide solutions for challenging problems.
• Communicate architectural decisions and technical strategies effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with a significant portion focused on automotive systems.
• Proven experience in software architecture design and development for complex embedded systems.
• Deep understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS), automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), and AUTOSAR.
• Experience with software development for EVs, autonomous driving, or advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) is essential.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and modern software development practices.
• Strong knowledge of software security principles and automotive cybersecurity.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, vital for leading a remote team.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with simulation and testing tools for automotive software.

This is an unparalleled chance to shape the future of automotive technology. If you are a seasoned software architect passionate about EVs and innovation, we invite you to apply.

**Company Description**

**Work with Us. Change the World.**

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

**Job Description**

**Start here. Grow here.**

Are you passionate about protecting people and infrastructure? Do you have a talent for blast analysis and design? AECOM is looking for a driven Blast Associate Technical Lead to join our world-class team and deliver a better world

Our team specialises in providing practical and cost-effective protective design solutions across diverse markets, including high-rise buildings, petrochemical facilities, aviation, defence, transportation infrastructure, and more. We excel in structural hardening to improve the survivability of people and structures against accidental or intentional blast and impact events, integrating these solutions seamlessly into a structure's design while preserving its cost-efficiency and aesthetics.

**What youu2019ll do!**

We are seeking a full-time Blast Associate Technical Lead to join our Building Engineering Division, based in one of our UK offices (London, St Albans, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, or Bristol).

As a key member of AECOMu2019s Specialisms Operating Unit within the Security & Technology engineering group, you will provide specialist blast design and support services. You'll collaborate closely with our Security and Structural teams, enhancing their design activities across a wide array of projects, from office fit-outs and mixed-use developments to industrial facilities and critical government and commercial organisations.

Your role will be pivotal in delivering cutting-edge blast protection solutions. Your responsibilities will include:
Technical Leadership & Design: Provide expert technical input on blast and protection engineering. Lead the design of blast protection provisions, including CFD modelling of effects on building structures and complex structural analysis.
Project Delivery: Oversee the production and workload management for blast-related projects. Develop work plans, define tasks, and ensure quality management and technical assurance.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with clients to understand their business practices and goals, identify challenges, and formulate effective solutions. Engage with sector leads within our Building & Places Business unit and liaise with general Building Engineering teams.
Business Development: Contribute to business development initiatives, including sales and work winning.
Risk & Threat Assessment: Undertake detailed assessments of threats, likelihood, and consequences to determine risk severity and appropriate treatments.
Documentation & Reporting: Produce high-quality documentation, including employeru2019s requirements, specifications, feasibility studies, and concept/scheme designs.
Project Management: Manage projects on behalf of clients, including progress reporting and contract administration where applicable.
Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Promote best practices in Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E) and contribute to knowledge management within the team.

**Come grow with us:**

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

**Qualifications**

**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?** u202f

We're looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in client business practices and the ability to develop innovative solutions. You should possess:

**Essential skills & experience:**
A broad technical knowledge of security with in-depth expertise in blast analysis and design.
Proven ability to determine operational and strategic requirements to form a basis of design.
Expertise in blast modelling and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to accurately capture blast wave-structure interaction.
Proficiency with ANSYS, AutoDyn, or similar software for advanced 3D finite element modelling and fluid-structure interaction.
Strong understanding of physical security solutions (doors, locks, walls, fencing, glazing) and relevant performance standards.
Experience in threat reduction, structural vulnerability analyses, fau00e7ade and glass evaluation, collision and high-speed impact analysis, and the effect of fire on structures.
Excellent document writing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Solid project management capabilities.
Strong technical and design skills in structural design and security assessment.
Good numerical and analytical abilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage at senior levels and with diverse stakeholders (architects, contractors, etc.).
Tact, persuasive ability, and a collaborative team spirit.
Proficient IT skills and self-motivation.
The ability to hold or obtain Security Clearance.

**Key responsibilities will involve:**
Stakeholder engagement.
Gathering data and technical information.
Writing employeru2019s requirements and specifications.
CFD Modelling and complex structural analysis.
Completing feasibility studies and design reviews.
Developing concept/scheme designs and detailed designs.
Tender management and vetting.
Presentations and sales support.

**Preferred Qualifications:**
A relevant qualification in a security or engineering-related discipline.
Professional certifications such as RSES, CSyP, PSP, MSyl.
Experience using AutoCAD and Revit.

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you

**Additional Information**

**Call to action:** Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!

**Location & Travel:** This role will involve hybrid working, with occasional travel to project sites and other AECOM offices as required. The successful candidate should be self-motivated and capable of effective remote working alongside office-based collaboration.

**Join Us:** If you are ready to apply your expertise to protect communities and infrastructure, and to be part of a global team driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build a safer future.

**About AECOM**

AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 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 governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

**ReqID:** J

**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India

**Career Area:** Consulting Services

**Work Location Model:** Hybrid

**Company Description**

**Work with Us. Change the World.**

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

**Job Description**

**Start here. Grow here.**

Are you passionate about protecting people and infrastructure? Do you have a talent for blast analysis and design? AECOM is looking for a driven Blast Associate Technical Lead to join our world-class team and deliver a better world

Our team specialises in providing practical and cost-effective protective design solutions across diverse markets, including high-rise buildings, petrochemical facilities, aviation, defence, transportation infrastructure, and more. We excel in structural hardening to improve the survivability of people and structures against accidental or intentional blast and impact events, integrating these solutions seamlessly into a structure's design while preserving its cost-efficiency and aesthetics.

**What youu2019ll do!**

We are seeking a full-time Blast Associate Technical Lead to join our Building Engineering Division, based in one of our UK offices (London, St Albans, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, or Bristol).

As a key member of AECOMu2019s Specialisms Operating Unit within the Security & Technology engineering group, you will provide specialist blast design and support services. You'll collaborate closely with our Security and Structural teams, enhancing their design activities across a wide array of projects, from office fit-outs and mixed-use developments to industrial facilities and critical government and commercial organisations.

Your role will be pivotal in delivering cutting-edge blast protection solutions. Your responsibilities will include:
Technical Leadership & Design: Provide expert technical input on blast and protection engineering. Lead the design of blast protection provisions, including CFD modelling of effects on building structures and complex structural analysis.
Project Delivery: Oversee the production and workload management for blast-related projects. Develop work plans, define tasks, and ensure quality management and technical assurance.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with clients to understand their business practices and goals, identify challenges, and formulate effective solutions. Engage with sector leads within our Building & Places Business unit and liaise with general Building Engineering teams.
Business Development: Contribute to business development initiatives, including sales and work winning.
Risk & Threat Assessment: Undertake detailed assessments of threats, likelihood, and consequences to determine risk severity and appropriate treatments.
Documentation & Reporting: Produce high-quality documentation, including employeru2019s requirements, specifications, feasibility studies, and concept/scheme designs.
Project Management: Manage projects on behalf of clients, including progress reporting and contract administration where applicable.
Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Promote best practices in Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E) and contribute to knowledge management within the team.

**Come grow with us:**

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

**Qualifications**

**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?** u202f

We're looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in client business practices and the ability to develop innovative solutions. You should possess:

**Essential skills & experience:**
A broad technical knowledge of security with in-depth expertise in blast analysis and design.
Proven ability to determine operational and strategic requirements to form a basis of design.
Expertise in blast modelling and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to accurately capture blast wave-structure interaction.
Proficiency with ANSYS, AutoDyn, or similar software for advanced 3D finite element modelling and fluid-structure interaction.
Strong understanding of physical security solutions (doors, locks, walls, fencing, glazing) and relevant performance standards.
Experience in threat reduction, structural vulnerability analyses, fau00e7ade and glass evaluation, collision and high-speed impact analysis, and the effect of fire on structures.
Excellent document writing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Solid project management capabilities.
Strong technical and design skills in structural design and security assessment.
Good numerical and analytical abilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage at senior levels and with diverse stakeholders (architects, contractors, etc.).
Tact, persuasive ability, and a collaborative team spirit.
Proficient IT skills and self-motivation.
The ability to hold or obtain Security Clearance.

**Key responsibilities will involve:**
Stakeholder engagement.
Gathering data and technical information.
Writing employeru2019s requirements and specifications.
CFD Modelling and complex structural analysis.
Completing feasibility studies and design reviews.
Developing concept/scheme designs and detailed designs.
Tender management and vetting.
Presentations and sales support.

**Preferred Qualifications:**
A relevant qualification in a security or engineering-related discipline.
Professional certifications such as RSES, CSyP, PSP, MSyl.
Experience using AutoCAD and Revit.

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you

**Additional Information**

**Call to action:** Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!

**Location & Travel:** This role will involve hybrid working, with occasional travel to project sites and other AECOM offices as required. The successful candidate should be self-motivated and capable of effective remote working alongside office-based collaboration.

**Join Us:** If you are ready to apply your expertise to protect communities and infrastructure, and to be part of a global team driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build a safer future.

**About AECOM**

AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 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 governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

**ReqID:** J

**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India

**Career Area:** Consulting Services

**Work Location Model:** Hybrid

**Company Description**
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Start here. Grow here.**
Are you passionate about protecting people and infrastructure? Do you have a talent for blast analysis and design? AECOM is looking for a driven Blast Associate Technical Lead to join our world-class team and deliver a better world
Our team specialises in providing practical and cost-effective protective design solutions across diverse markets, including high-rise buildings, petrochemical facilities, aviation, defence, transportation infrastructure, and more. We excel in structural hardening to improve the survivability of people and structures against accidental or intentional blast and impact events, integrating these solutions seamlessly into a structure's design while preserving its cost-efficiency and aesthetics.
**What you'll do!**
We are seeking a full-time Blast Associate Technical Lead to join our Building Engineering Division, based in one of our UK offices (London, St Albans, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, or Bristol).
As a key member of AECOM's Specialisms Operating Unit within the Security & Technology engineering group, you will provide specialist blast design and support services. You'll collaborate closely with our Security and Structural teams, enhancing their design activities across a wide array of projects, from office fit-outs and mixed-use developments to industrial facilities and critical government and commercial organisations.
Your role will be pivotal in delivering cutting-edge blast protection solutions. Your responsibilities will include:
+ Technical Leadership & Design: Provide expert technical input on blast and protection engineering. Lead the design of blast protection provisions, including CFD modelling of effects on building structures and complex structural analysis.
+ Project Delivery: Oversee the production and workload management for blast-related projects. Develop work plans, define tasks, and ensure quality management and technical assurance.
+ Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with clients to understand their business practices and goals, identify challenges, and formulate effective solutions. Engage with sector leads within our Building & Places Business unit and liaise with general Building Engineering teams.
+ Business Development: Contribute to business development initiatives, including sales and work winning.
+ Risk & Threat Assessment: Undertake detailed assessments of threats, likelihood, and consequences to determine risk severity and appropriate treatments.
+ Documentation & Reporting: Produce high-quality documentation, including employer's requirements, specifications, feasibility studies, and concept/scheme designs.
+ Project Management: Manage projects on behalf of clients, including progress reporting and contract administration where applicable.
+ Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Promote best practices in Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E) and contribute to knowledge management within the team.
**Come grow with us:**
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**  
We're looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in client business practices and the ability to develop innovative solutions. You should possess:
**Essential skills & experience:**
+ A broad technical knowledge of security with in-depth expertise in blast analysis and design.
+ Proven ability to determine operational and strategic requirements to form a basis of design.
+ Expertise in blast modelling and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to accurately capture blast wave-structure interaction.
+ Proficiency with ANSYS, AutoDyn, or similar software for advanced 3D finite element modelling and fluid-structure interaction.
+ Strong understanding of physical security solutions (doors, locks, walls, fencing, glazing) and relevant performance standards.
+ Experience in threat reduction, structural vulnerability analyses, façade and glass evaluation, collision and high-speed impact analysis, and the effect of fire on structures.
+ Excellent document writing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
+ Solid project management capabilities.
+ Strong technical and design skills in structural design and security assessment.
+ Good numerical and analytical abilities.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage at senior levels and with diverse stakeholders (architects, contractors, etc.).
+ Tact, persuasive ability, and a collaborative team spirit.
+ Proficient IT skills and self-motivation.
+ The ability to hold or obtain Security Clearance.
**Key responsibilities will involve:**
+ Stakeholder engagement.
+ Gathering data and technical information.
+ Writing employer's requirements and specifications.
+ CFD Modelling and complex structural analysis.
+ Completing feasibility studies and design reviews.
+ Developing concept/scheme designs and detailed designs.
+ Tender management and vetting.
+ Presentations and sales support.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ A relevant qualification in a security or engineering-related discipline.
+ Professional certifications such as RSES, CSyP, PSP, MSyl.
+ Experience using AutoCAD and Revit.
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you
**Additional Information**
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**Location & Travel:** This role will involve hybrid working, with occasional travel to project sites and other AECOM offices as required. The successful candidate should be self-motivated and capable of effective remote working alongside office-based collaboration.
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**About AECOM**
AECOM 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 governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Consulting Services
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid