Civil Engineer - 4+ years experience. Waste Water Treatment

AECOM; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Honolulu

Job summary

AECOM is actively seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of wastewater treatment experience to join our Honolulu, Hawaii team. You will support a wide range of water and wastewater design projects, including pump stations, sewer pipelines, grading, drainage, and construction administration in a collaborative, innovative environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and a PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, preferably water/wastewater.
• Hybrid work in Honolulu, Hawaii; no sponsorship for US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support design tasks.
• Prepare and review drawings, specs, cost estimates, and bid documents.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (structural, electrical, geotechnical).
• Support during construction phases, site visits, submittal reviews, and RFIs.
• Interface with clients, stakeholders, and permitting agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel availability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PE license

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of waste water treatment related experience to join our team. This position is based in Honolulu, Hawaii, though we are also open to qualified applicants in other locations within the State of Hawaii.

The successful candidate will support a wide range of civil design projects associated with water and waste water treatment systems. You’ll be working on projects ranging from pump station and sewer pipeline design to grading, drainage, utility coordination, and construction administration in a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support design tasks


• Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents in compliance with state, and local standards.


• Participate in the coordination of multidisciplinary teams, including subconsultants and internal design groups (structural, electrical, geotechnical).


• Provide support during construction phases, including site visits, submittal reviews, and RFI responses.


• Interface with clients, stakeholders, and permitting agencies to support project delivery.


• Contribute to project management activities, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking under the direction of senior staff.


• Assist in mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical development.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.


• 4+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, preferably with a focus on water or waste water treatment projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6-12 months.


• Familiarity with construction administration and QA/QC procedures.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to travel periodically for client meetings and site visits.

Additional Information

• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in-office work in Honolulu.


• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $80000 to $110000.

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&DD, 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 2025. 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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where 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.

ReqID: J10160259

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 80000 - USD 110000 - yearly