Civil/Environmental Engineer
About The Position
AECOM is hiring an entry-level Civil/Environmental Engineer for its Water, Wastewater, and Conveyance team in Waterloo, Iowa. The role supports planning, design, and delivery of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, working with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams. The position offers mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to build technical skills in engineering design, hydraulic analysis, utility infrastructure, and project delivery. It is expected to begin in January 2027. The engineer will assist with design and analysis, prepare technical and construction documents, participate in field activities, coordinate with project partners, and support permitting and regulatory compliance. Relocation assistance is not available. Selected candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review. New employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Strong desire to develop professionally while working toward Professional Engineer licensure.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training certification or ability to obtain it shortly after hire.
- Internship, co-op, undergraduate research, or related engineering experience.
- Coursework or project experience involving water resources, hydraulics, environmental engineering, or municipal infrastructure.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D through coursework, internships, or academic projects.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
- Exposure to GIS, hydraulic modeling software such as WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater Pro, InfoWorks ICM, or Bentley OpenFlows, or similar engineering software through coursework or internships.
- Experience with Iowa SUDAS.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and designing municipal water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, force mains, gravity sewers, pump stations, and conveyance infrastructure.
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents under senior engineers’ guidance.
- Develop engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software.
- Assist with hydraulic calculations and system evaluations for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Support preparation of technical memorandums, feasibility studies, cost estimates, and engineering reports.
- Participate in field investigations, site visits, construction observations, and condition assessments as required.
- Assist with project documentation, data collection, and engineering analyses.
- Coordinate with other disciplines, sub-consultants, and contractors.
- Support permitting activities and ensure engineering work complies with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Learn and apply AECOM engineering standards, quality procedures, and safety practices while contributing to project delivery.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Paid time off and leaves of absence
- Voluntary benefits and perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
