Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Raleigh
About The Position
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join its Transportation Department in Raleigh, North Carolina; Greenville, South Carolina; or Nashville, Tennessee. The engineer will work with multidisciplinary project teams to develop solutions from initial concepts through detailed design and construction, contributing to the delivery of current and future transportation projects. Work may include bridges, bridge rehabilitation and maintenance, transit structures, and bridge inspection and evaluation. The role is associated with an invitation-only AECOM hiring event in Raleigh on October 28–29, 2026, for career opportunities starting in Spring/Summer 2027. Entry-level technical hires are eligible to participate in AECOM’s Graduate Development Program, which supports organizational assimilation, technical development planning toward licensure or other early-career milestones, and foundational knowledge for career growth. The position does not offer relocation assistance or current or future sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization. New hires must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Detail oriented with good problem-solving ability.
- Good interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor.
- Flexibility to work on a variety of projects, including highways and bridges.
- Flexibility to occasionally travel overnight and accept short-notice work assignments depending on bridge inspection needs.
- Software experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office, and structural analysis software.
Nice To Haves
- Registration as an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.).
- Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
- Master’s degree.
- Previous internship experience.
Responsibilities
- Design new bridges.
- Design bridge rehabilitation projects.
- Develop bridge maintenance and repair plans.
- Perform bridge load ratings.
- Design transit structures.
- Inspect and evaluate bridges.
- Prepare construction plans and specifications.
- Prepare cost estimates and schedules.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary project teams in developing engineering solutions from initial concepts through detailed design and construction.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
- Disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absence
- Voluntary benefits
- 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
