Senior Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater/Conveyance

How will you make your mark?

At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables communities to thrive and ecosystems to flourish, contributing to a resilient future. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we are at the forefront of significant water projects, with over 6,000 of the industrys best minds driving innovation and technical excellence. Together, we develop solutions that are not only best in the world, but best for the world.

The West Water Division of AECOM is actively seeking a creative, senior Civil Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater/Conveyance team in Orange, CA. This position will be part of an exciting team employing the latest technologies to solve critical water supply, treatment, and infrastructure projects such as water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance systems throughout the United States. This is an opportunity to work on some of our nations most pressing water infrastructure problems and contributing to AECOMs success as an industry leader in engineering and construction.

Job Responsibilities:

The Senior Civil Engineer will lead design project delivery from planning through construction for our water, wastewater and conveyance engineering team here in Southern California. This position will allow the candidate to lead a project team and work with other project managers to build our engineering design team in the Orange, CA office.

It is desirable that this candidate be experienced with bringing site civil engineering designs from conception through construction. This candidate will be performing both conceptual and detailed engineering designs, participating in detailed constructability reviews, and performing detailed quality control reviews with other design disciplines. The primary responsibilities will include performing engineering calculations and modeling efforts, managing design/support of staff and project level engineers, coordinating project goals with multiple project managers, as well as performing project management tasks such as workload forecasting and estimates at completion. It is desirable that this candidate demonstrate strong communication skills to be used within AECOM, with our subconsultants, and with our Clients.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, related engineering field, or drafting education and 10 years of experience in civil engineering design, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
• Valid Drivers License and must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in California, or able to obtain within one year of hiring date
• Experience with water/wastewater infrastructure design projects, of all scales from planning and design through construction phases
• Strong user of CAD and design software (Civil 3D, MicroStation, Water CAD, Bentley Design Suites, etc.)
• Strong experience with site civil, grading, and drainage design.
• Must work independently with minimal supervision, an,
• Proactive on assignments and demonstrate initiative
• Experience in working with local and state regulatory agencies
• Experience in managing engineering subconsultants
• Experience with project management and mentorship

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, youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here, youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.