Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.

• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.

• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.

• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.

• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Overview:

Geotechnical Design Engineer in Training supports entry-level geotechnical design work for major civil infrastructure projects. This role assists the Senior Geotechnical Engineer with basic geotechnical analyses, design calculations, technical studies, field and laboratory coordination, risk assessment, quantity estimates, reports, and review of geotechnical design information under the direction, training, and mentorship of experienced geotechnical design personnel.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Geotechnical Design and Technical Support

• Assist with entry-level technical work related to geotechnical design tasks and project support.

• Support basic geotechnical design activities for roadway embankments and subgrade, earth slopes, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures under direction from experienced engineers.

• Assist with preparing analytical two and three dimensional models under direction from the Senior Geotechnical Engineer or senior design staff.

• Support the preparation of routine geotechnical study proposals, technical notes, reports, and quantity information for geotechnical items.

Design Review, Analysis, and Quality Support

• Assist with checking basic geotechnical design calculations and supporting documents prepared by others.

• Support evaluation of subsurface soil and rock information using applicable ASTM and local industry standards for field and laboratory testing.

• Assist with interpreting soil and rock test data and classifying subsurface soil and rock conditions with guidance from experienced engineers.

• Apply developing geotechnical knowledge to support practical and compliant design solutions.

Project Coordination and Field Support

• Assist with geotechnical project tasks, including preparing boring location plans and supporting drilling operation documentation.

• Assist with logging during drilling operations and performing soil classification and strength determination tests on soil samples.

• Support coordination of geotechnical drilling work, field investigations, geophysical investigations, and laboratory testing under direction from senior staff.

• Conduct site reconnaissance to confirm site clearance prior to the performance of site investigations.

• Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, field teams, laboratory personnel, consultants, and design teams as needed to support timely and accurate project deliverables.

• Attend to internal meetings and coordination meetings with other Disciplines.

Other Duties and Team Support

• Assist with the development of creative, practical problem-solving designs and ideas.

• Demonstrate hard work, integrity, ethics, attention to detail, and commitment to high standards.

• Perform other duties as needed related to the scope of work described above.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field required; Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain certification, preferred.

• Internship, co-op, coursework, or entry-level experience in geotechnical engineering, civil infrastructure, highway construction engineering, subsurface exploration, field investigations, laboratory testing, seepage, deformation, or slope stability preferred.

• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, geotechnical design software such as Wincore, Plaxis 2D, RS2, SLOPE/W, SLIDE, gINT, APile, LPile, Geo Slope, Settle 3D, Unwedge, Roclab, or related tools preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, technical plans, geotechnical reports, and engineering information.

• Strong communication, coordination, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.

• Demonstrated hard work, integrity, ethics, problem-solving ability, and commitment to high standards.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Ferrovial provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Ferrovial complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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