Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Boston, MA

AECOM; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join the Transportation Department in the Boston, MA area. This early-career role offers exposure to bridge rehabilitation, transit structures, and tunnel projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

You will contribute to design development from concept through construction, including inspections, load ratings, and cost-estimate preparations, with strong training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• US Citizenship is required for this position.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• Registration as an EIT is preferred.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills are expected.
• Willingness to work on highways, bridges and tunnels.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, MS Office, and structural analysis software is expected.

Responsibilities

• Design for bridge rehabilitation projects under supervision.
• Develop bridge maintenance and repair plans.
• Perform load ratings for bridges.
• Design transit structures.
• Bridge and tunnel inspection and evaluation.
• Provide tunnel engineering support services.
• Prepare construction plans and specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates and schedules.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

Structural Analysis Software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

Job description

Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Boston, MA

• Full-time
• State/Province: Massachusetts
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Boston, MA - One Federal St
• Compensation: USD 76,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

Work with Us. Change the World.

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.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. 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.

The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer

Here you’ll learn from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Thursday, interviews will take place at our Boston office

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join our AECOM Transportation Department in either our Boston, MA or Chelmsford, MA or Manchester, NH office.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to also work on projects nationally and internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

As an Entry-Level Structural Engineer, you will work with multi-discipline project teams in developing a range of engineering solutions from initial concepts to detailed design development and through construction. This is a diverse role that will involve your contributions and insight into the effective delivery of the department’s current and future portfolio of projects.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Design for bridge rehabilitation projects under the supervision of a senior engineer.
• Development of bridge maintenance and repair plans.
• Performing load ratings for bridges.
• Design of transit structures.
• Bridge and tunnel inspection and evaluation.
• Various tunnel engineering support services.
• Preparation of construction plans and specifications.
• Preparation of cost estimates and schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Registration as an EIT.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
• Flexibility to work on a variety of projects, including highways, bridges and tunnels.
• Flexibility to occasionally work alternate schedules (nights, weekends and holidays) and short-notice work assignments depending on project needs.
• Good interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman’s terms.
• Previous internship experience is a plus.
• Software Experience: AutoCad, Microstation, MS Office and Structural Analysis Software experience.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office work in Boston, MA or Chelmsford, MA or Manchester, NH. The selected candidate must be available to work in one of those officeson a scheduled basis.

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.

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 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.