Water Resources, Stormwater, & Civil Design Engineer

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a creative and highly talented engineer to work as a project design engineer on a variety of stormwater infrastructure and natural resources engineering planning and design projects in our Arlington, VA office. The ideal candidate will have experience with municipal, state, and federal stormwater programs and stormwater and water resources planning, design, and implementation. In this role, the successful candidate will work with project leads on a variety of water resources and stormwater engineering projects in support of AECOM’s federal, state, and municipal clients. Experience working in a firm environment and working on projects of a highly technical nature will be essential to serve effectively in this position. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity for some field work along with technical design to provide a balance of on-site and off-site experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a design engineer for stormwater planning, design, and implementation projects.
• Work with multiple task order and MSA/on-call proposals.
• Apply technical knowledge of design and construction drawings and documents for stormwater infrastructure projects (including green stormwater infrastructure and nature-based solutions).
• Assist in bid and construction phase services for a variety of clients.
• Provide technical review of project deliverables.
• Maintain existing client relationships and contracts through successful project delivery.
• Assist with developing new clients to grow water resources practice statewide and across the southeast and Mid-Atlantic.
• Attend client meetings and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate with AECOM project team members (and subcontractors when used).
• Provide technical expertise in the areas of environmental and stormwater management research, field work, stormwater analysis, monitoring, and water quality and watershed modeling.
• Participate in local and regional water resources organizations, as appropriate on behalf of AECOM.
• Some local travel will be required; occasional travel outside of local area may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field +2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience working in the capacity of a design or project engineer.
• Familiarity and experience with modeling and engineering software such as CAD.
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT or PE certification
• Experience with client relationship management.
• Experience working on federal, state, and municipal projects.
• Familiarity with MS4 and/or ISW permitting and permit requirements.
• Stormwater infrastructure planning, design, and implementation experience.
• Green stormwater infrastructure and nature-based solutions experience.
• Experience developing design/construction plans and specifications.
• Watershed modeling, planning, and management experience.
• Experience developing strategies and planning documents related to stormwater management.
• Experience with hydraulic analysis, drainage and grading design, specification writing, preparing design documents and report preparation.
• NPDES/TMDL/water quality experience.
• FEMA LOMA/LOMR/CLOMR experience.
• 404/401 permitting experience.
• Dam Safety Program experience.
• Experience working in a team or firm environment.
• Experience and confidence to work independently to produce high quality deliverables on time and within budget.
• Ability to interact appropriately with regulatory personnel and clients for routine tasks.

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available 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. 

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