Graduate Human Factors Consultant

Job description

Graduate Human Factors Consultant – Nottingham, UKAs a Graduate Human Factors Consultant, you will support the delivery of Human Factors and ergonomics assessments across complex systems and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Support the delivery of Human Factors and ergonomics assessments across complex systems and infrastructure projects.

Contribute to project activities including:

Task and workload analysis

Human error identification and mitigation

User needs analysis

Safety and risk assessment

Human–system interface evaluation

Collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative Human Factors data through methods such as observations, interviews, workshops, and document reviews.

Assist in preparing technical reports, client presentations, and project documentation, ensuring outputs are clear and evidence‐based.

Work collaboratively with engineers, designers, and other specialists within multidisciplinary project teams.

Develop consulting and technical skills through mentoring, structured training, and on‐the‐job learning as part of AECOM's graduate development programme.

Qualifications

A BSc or MSc in Human Factors, Ergonomics, or a closely related Human Factors discipline.

A Human Factors qualification (or equivalent academic specialisation) is required.

A strong interest in Human Factors and human‐centred design, with the motivation to build a career in this field.

Strong analytical thinking and problem‐solving abilities.

Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, with confidence to engage with clients and stakeholders.

The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Some projects may require eligibility for security clearance, particularly for defence‐related work.

Additional Information

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible; 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 your preferred locations.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

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. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please use ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com .

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

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Nottingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English