Structural Engineer

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer to be based in Latham or Amherst, NY.

This position is expected to begin in January 2023.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise, and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment, and new energy. We're one global team - over 50,000 strong - driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

The candidate would be assigned to the Latham, NY office's Highway/Bridge Department, in AECOM's Transportation Business Line, and would work on a variety of civil engineering projects for local, state, and federal agencies and private sector clients. Projects are located throughout New York State. The position would involve some travel - to visit project sites, clients, or other AECOM offices - but primarily this is an office position.

The preferred candidate would have good written communication and organizational skills and be willing to work collaboratively with colleagues to help the team meet project goals and comply with company standards. The candidate will work under the direction of a professional engineer and would be given assignments of increasing complexity as experience is gained.

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

• Performing CADD drafting and introductory-level design of projects using MicroStation/InRoads or AutoCAD/Civil 3D software programs.
• Preparing basic engineering calculations, including quantity estimates.
• Providing checking-type review of plans, calculations, and reports prepared by others.
• Contributing to the writing, typing, editing, and/or formatting of technical letters and reports.
• Completing field assignments in support of design work, including making measurements, taking photographs, and checking for mapping accuracy.
• Attending project meetings, including occasional evening meetings such as public information sessions.
• Using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook programs effectively.
• Attending training as directed and arranged by AECOM.
• Assisting with AECOM Project Delivery System requirements by organizing, filing, distributing, and handling digital and paper project documents.
• Completing all work in a reliable and professional manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Due to the nature of this role, US citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field Preferred.
• Ability to draft using CADD.
• Familiarity with structural engineering computer software.

Additional Details:

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Travel is required for this position.
• AECOM encourages but does not require, its employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. However, this position is on a project or a worksite, which requires workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved accommodation must be received in order to enter an AECOM or worksite location in New York City, NY.

What We Offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let's get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering - Structural

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 272801BR

Additional Locations US - Amherst, NY - 1 John James Audubon

Virtual: No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.