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At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables communities to thrive and ecosystems to flourish, contributing to a resilient future. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we are at the forefront of significant water projects, with over 6,000 of the industry’s best minds driving innovation and technical excellence. Together, we develop solutions that are not only best in the world, but best for the world.

With an acceleration in infrastructure investment, your bold ideas and global expertise have never been more crucial. Join our dynamic team, where innovation, career growth, and collaboration are celebrated. Enjoy the freedom to grow with customizable career paths, water-specific technical and professional development and the potential to contribute to transformational projects worldwide. Discover your #H2Opportunity

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a talented Project Engineer to support our Water, Wastewater, and Water Resources practice based in Chelmsford, MA.

The selected employee will have a primary focus on water/wastewater/water resources utility planning, design, condition assessment, and mapping for state, municipal, and private clients. The candidate will perform a variety of tasks, including site investigations, field measurements, utility investigations, capacity studies, condition assessments, conceptual through 100 percent design, cost estimating, and construction administration/observation. The successful candidate will have ample opportunities to develop professionally through frequent collaboration with senior engineers, project manager, clients, regulatory agencies, and industry-leading subject matter experts, and attendance at professional conferences.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provides technical support for a variety of utility design related projects, including treatment plants, pump/booster stations, water line and collection line design, rehabilitation, master planning, and construction administration.

• Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings.

• Work under supervision of a senior project manager in the water/wastewater/water resources practice or senior level team members.

• Utilize basic engineering principles, judgement, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems.

• Work on routine or detailed engineering assignments involving calculations and engineering analyses.

• Perform work with little supervision.

• Propose approaches to solve new problems.

• Identify discrepancies in outcomes, results, and analysis of engineering tasks.

• Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.

• Provide guidance to entry-level engineers.

• Record field data using tablets and GPS units.

• Record and interpret data, conduct analyses, prepare reports, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.

• Perform data gathering site visits, field measurements, mapping, and observations during construction.

• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.

• Software use includes, but is not limited to: AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, Bentley and/or hydraulic modeling packages.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering or related discipline + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in planning, modeling, and/or design of water, wastewater, and stormwater utility projects.

• Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain PE licensure within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressive experience with water/wastewater utility planning, modeling, condition assessment, and design.

• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, Hydrologic/Hydraulic models).Demonstrated time management skills, work ethic and attention to detail.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with technicians, designers, engineers, and project managers for the preparation of high-quality work products.

• Ability to communicate and coordinate with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public as may be necessary to accomplish assigned objectives.

• Ability to work productively in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate growth potential as well as a desire to learn.

• Detail oriented while still able to understand/comply with the big picture/goals of a project.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Flexible – can adapt to shifting priorities / work schedules.

• Able to work independently.

• Self-learner.

Additional Information

Additional information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $87,778.70 - $120,000.00.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10111346

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc