Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Aecom2; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer to join the Phoenix, Arizona Geo-Civil team. The role offers ownership on diverse mining, dam, and power projects and growth alongside seasoned professionals. Expect opportunities to develop technical and non-technical skills while contributing to design and client collaboration.

The position emphasizes design of regional facilities, field interactions, and cross-disciplinary coordination, with relocation and sponsorship not available for this role.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License and ability to pass an MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of regional mine sites, power plants, and dams.
• Create conceptual layouts and perform structural/hydraulic calculations.
• Design with erosion control, geosynthetics, and piping.
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and cost estimates.
• Prepare technical proposals, reports, and permits.
• Coordinate civil design with geotechnical/structural/mechanical/electrical teams.
• Provide field support and site inspections as needed.

Skills

Project design

Hydrologic analysis

Team collaboration

Client meetings

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

AECOM 's Central Region is actively seeking a highly motivated Staff Civil Engineer to join the Phoenix, Arizona Geo-Civil team. Our strong local presence in Southern Arizona opens the doors to significant and interesting projects in the mining, dams, and power sectors. In this role there is an opportunity to grow technical and non-technical skills alongside a team of seasoned professionals while being given ownership that will stretch your potential.

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

• Contribute to the design of regional mine sites, power plants, and dams. Facilities include stockpiles, impoundments, tailing dams, and water dams.
• Generate conceptual layouts/designs and perform calculations/analyses for channels, culverts, headwalls, detention ponds, operating ponds, spillways, rock drains, check dams, and haulage/access/circulation roads.
• Designs incorporate erosion control features, geosynthetics, and exposed or sub-surface piping.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, quantity and cost estimates, and alternative assessments.
• Prepare drafts of portions of technical proposals, reports, regulatory agency permits, as well as less complex external and internal documents.
• Prepare reservoir and pond designs including geosynthetic lining, leak detection/collection systems, breach analysis, outlet works, and spillways
• Design channels and energy dissipation structures that include concrete, riprap, articulated concrete block, fabric-formed concrete, and baffle blocks for erosion control
• Coordinate and integrate civil design with results from geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and electrical designs.
• Develop tangible engineering design skills through periodic field experience. This may include construction support (verification of design implementation, adherence to quality, contractor/owner engagement), site inspections, and geotechnical investigations. Also provide construction support from the office by adapting designs to field conditions.
• Recognize potential opportunities for additional work within an existing project or for an existing client.
• Create engineering drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Participate actively in client meetings.
• Intermittently engage on regional projects with other offices in the region.
• Demonstrate ability to build trusting working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Driver's License, along with ability to pass a Motor Vehicles Records check in accordance with company policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong technical progression within Civil Engineering and Design
• Experience using and designing with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to travel
• 8+ years experience
• EIT Certification is strongly preferred
• PE preferred
• Experience in mining is a plus
• Experience in Dams is a plus
• Experience in the Power sector is a plus

Relocation is not available for this role.

Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position.

Occasional project site travel (up to 10%) may be required for this position.

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
• employee stock purchase plan

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 progr