Maritime Structural Engineering Technical Lead - NYC/Northeast

AECOM; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is looking for a Maritime Structural Engineering Lead in New York, NY. The role involves leading technical project teams, managing complex structural projects across maritime infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with codes. Ideal candidates will have at least twelve years of relevant experience and a Professional Engineering license. The compensation range is between $200,000 and $250,000, and the work model is hybrid, with relocation available for the position. AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• Twelve plus years of relevant experience in ports, maritime, and coastal infrastructure.
• Professional Engineering licensure in Civil/Structural Engineering is required.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of complex structural projects across ports.
• Act as a key client interface and provide strategic engineering advice.
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Structural Analysis

Engineering Design

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Master of Science with Structural Engineering concentration

Tools

SAP 2000

RISA 3D

STAAD.Pro

SAFE

Job description

Maritime Structural Engineering Lead - New York, NY

Job Description

As a Technical Lead you will work to lead project teams in developing a range of engineering solutions from the proposal and procurement stages, through initial concept and detailed design, and support roles during the construction phase. This diverse role requires your contribution and insight to achieve effective delivery of its current portfolio of projects and bids for new work within an existing team of engineers.

You will join a global team of 500+ maritime specialists who support a wide range of maritime development projects including container and offshore wind terminals, waterfront redevelopment, cruise and ferry terminals, marinas, harbors, and coastal initiatives such as beach replacement and coastal protection. The office has an established track record of successfully delivering maritime services to port owners/operators, contractors, transportation agencies, government agencies, international financial institutions, and private developers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design and delivery of complex structural projects across ports and marine infrastructure, ensuring technical excellence, commercial viability, and alignment with client expectations.
• Act as a key client interface, building trusted relationships, providing strategic engineering advice, and supporting business growth through technical leadership and market insight.
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams, fostering collaboration to deliver integrated, innovative solutions that meet regulatory requirements, sustainability goals, and agreed upon operational criteria.
• Provide strategic technical direction for mentorship and development of engineering talent, promoting a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth within the team.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with local and international maritime codes and standards, while proactively managing risk and safety considerations.
• Champion quality, innovation, and thought leadership, contributing to industry standards through rigorous quality control, publications, and active participation in technical forums and conferences.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field.
• Twelve (12) plus years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education with a strong focus on ports, maritime, and coastal infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineering licensure in Civil/Structural Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science (with Structural Engineering concentration).
• Fifteen (15) plus years of experience as a Structural Engineer with a minimum of ten (10) years of focused experience in ports, marine and waterfront projects.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams, managing complex stakeholder environments including port authorities, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal leadership.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in the design and delivery of maritime structures, including wharves, jetties, dolphins, seawalls, and marine terminals.
• In-depth knowledge of structural analysis and design tools, with a solid understanding of United States codes, relevant international guidelines and the unique challenges of working in marine and coastal environments.
• Experience with computer analysis and design software such as SAP 2000, RISA 3D, STAAD.Pro, SAFE.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Additional Information

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

Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $200,000 to $250,000.

Work Location Model

Hybrid

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.