Graduate Data Engineering Specialist

About the role

Join AECOM’s Graduate Programme as a Data Engineering Specialist based in Abu Dhabi. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical and public‑health (MEP) engineering teams to embed digital, data‑driven workflows into traditional design processes and help deliver smarter, more efficient infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with MEP engineers to integrate digital tools and data pipelines into the design lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain custom scripts, templates and automated workflows that improve the consistency and quality of engineering documentation.
• Analyse and interpret datasets from BIM models, engineering calculations, simulations and building‑performance tools.
• Support design optimisation, value‑engineering studies and option analysis through data‑driven methods.
• Create reports, dashboards and visualisations that communicate project performance and insights to stakeholders.
• Build and manage engineering databases, ensuring data is clean, structured and readily accessible.

Required profile

• Recent graduate (BSc/MSc) in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for applying data techniques to real‑world engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary, fast‑paced teams.
• Interest in MEP systems, BIM and digital construction technologies.

Required skills

• Python
• SQL
• C#
• VBA
• Power BI
• Revit
• BIM
• Rhino
• Grasshopper
• EnergyPlus
• IES VE
• Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Dynamo
• Navisworks
• APIs

What we offer

• Exposure to large‑scale infrastructure projects across the Middle East.
• Professional development through mentorship, training and global networking.
• A collaborative, innovative environment that encourages new ideas.