Water Resources Engineer / Task Leader - job 1 of 3

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AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Water Resource Engineer/Task Leader to join our Transportation Business Line preferably based out of our Conshohocken or Philadelphia, PA office with other possible locations of Mechanicsburg PA or Newark DE.  In this position, you will work directly with our staff and clients to deliver waterway permitting, erosion and sediment pollution control plans, stormwater management design, hydrologic and hydraulic studies and highway drainage design. Experience with PennDOT, as well as the PA Turnpike, PADEP, DelDOT and other Greater Pennsylvania agencies is highly desired.

The ideal candidate will perform the following duties, but will not be limited to:

• Lead, prepare or review detailed design deliverables such as calculations, reports, models, permit applications, construction drawings and specifications.
• Advise project teams on technical issues, perform deliverable quality reviews, assist with annual performance evaluations, support the professional development of junior engineers, assist with reporting project status and responsible to deliver elements of design within the project schedule and budget.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary design elements with other task leaders and/or group managers.
• Utilize modeling software applications for efficient design and coordination.
• Enhance client relationships as it pertains to our water resource capabilities.
• May assist with staffing and business development.
• Mentor engineers and designers within the group, both locally and throughout the Greater PA area.

The Greater Pennsylvania (GPA) Water Resources (WR) group at AECOM is made up of approximately ~25 diverse and driven team members including engineers, designers, drafters and managers with experience levels ranging from college intern up through senior leaders who all work collaboratively to teach, learn and deliver our projects both externally to our clients and internally to our respective interdisciplinary team leads. Located throughout the Greater Pennsylvania area with offices in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Conshohocken, Mechanicsburg and Newark DE we work cohesively as one unit to not only prepare work of the highest level of quality, but to also continually develop and evolve our team. 

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering plus six (6) years of relevant water resource engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with water resources design software (Microstation In-Roads, Microstation Open-Roads, StormCAD, HydroCAD, Pondpack, HEC-RAS)

Preferred Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant water resource engineering experience
• Experience with PennDOT, as well as the PA Turnpike, PADEP, DelDOT and other agencies is highly desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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.