Tunneling & Trenchless Engineer

AECOM • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

AECOM is seeking a qualified, motivated individual in our Virginia Beach, VA office to support our Global Tunneling & Trenchless Group operating throughout North America. The qualified applicant will have experience with various trenchless engineering and construction techniques including horizontal directional drilling (HDD), microtunneling (MT), guided bore and other new installation trenchless industry methods, with an interest in expanding their knowledge. The position includes project planning, design and construction services oversight, schedule/budget management and client interface, all in an interesting and highly rewarding consulting engineering work environment. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate effectively with project team members, have a high level of initiative and motivation to learn and deliver quality results, have strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to work within a team environment providing value-added, innovative solutions. The candidate’s duties include, but are not limited to:

Requirements

• BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidate will have familiarity with geotechnical software, GIS systems, AutoCAD / Civil 3D.
• P.E. license or ability to obtain within 2 years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team as a mid-level member or task manager.
• Preparing engineering calculations supporting trenchless or tunneling designs and developing drawings and visual aids.
• Conducting site visits and observation of Ground and site conditions.
• Potentially spending time on site as an inspector.
• Performing assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out trenchless engineering tasks.
• Interpreting and applying geotechnical, geologic or hydrogeologic investigation results in supporting designs on a variety of trenchless and tunneling projects.
• Working within a variety of industries including oil & gas, water & wastewater, telecommunications and power, supporting their conveyance infrastructure.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level