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Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to provide technical expertise on a wide range of surface water engineering projects including but not limited to: stream/river restoration, hydrology/hydraulics, dams, levees, stormwater management, flood control, drainage, culverts, bridges, bank stabilization; fish passage design, and floodplain management. Water resources technical expertise is critical to success in this position as it will be applied to solve unique engineering challenges and provide technical training and coaching to peers and team members.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Lead Hydraulic and Hydrologic Design Projects
Oversee the design and analysis of stormwater management systems, flood control structures, drainage networks, and water conveyance systems using advanced modeling software and engineering principles.
Develop and Review Technical Plans and Specifications
Prepare, evaluate, and approve engineering drawings, reports, and specifications for water resources infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and project goals.
Coordinate with Multidisciplinary Teams
Collaborate with civil engineers, environmental scientists, planners, and regulatory agencies to integrate water resources solutions into broader infrastructure or land development projects.
Conduct Complex Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling
Utilize tools such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, or MIKE FLOOD to simulate water flow, sediment transport, and floodplain mapping for both urban and rural environments.
Provide Technical Mentorship and Quality Assurance
Guide junior engineers, review design calculations and reports, and implement quality control procedures to uphold technical excellence and project delivery standards
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Preferred Qualifications
8+ years of relevant Water Resources experience
Experience in preparing site civil design plans and grading. Experience in construction management or engineering support during construction.
Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Microstation, ArcGIS.
Experience with hydrologic, hydraulic, and geomorphic concepts, principles, and models (e.g., SRH-2D/SMS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, SWMM).
Experience and familiarity with geomorphic field data collection techniques including pebble counts, channel and floodplain morphology measurements, and stream stability assessments.
Experience with hydrology and hydraulics associated with dams, reservoirs, levees (e.g., precipitation frequency analysis, dam breach inundation analysis, spillway capacity analysis/design).
Additional InformationAbout 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.
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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.
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