Senior Structural Engineer - Transportation/Logistics/Industrial/Fortune 500 Projects

AECOM; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Atlanta is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design efforts for diverse buildings and facilities. The role supports the Buildings + Places group domestically and internationally, applying advanced design methods and collaborating across teams.

The candidate will mentor junior staff, coordinate with clients, and ensure adherence to codes while managing project scopes and budgets. A hybrid work model is offered with two days in-office per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering required with 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Structural Engineering is required
• US Citizenship is required due to the nature of work or sponsorship not available

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior project structural engineer on a variety of building types and construction methods.
• Provide technical input to studies and structural design; share knowledge with junior staff.
• Directly communicate with clients, presenting complex technical solutions when applicable.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and verify designs.
• Perform quality control reviews and sign off on work produced by others.
• Contribute to development of technical proposals, including estimates for budgets and schedules.
• Review design standards and regulations to ensure compliance with client requirements.

Skills

ETABS

SAFE

SAP

RAM Elements

RISA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

US Citizenship

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Do you thrive in a world of variety and challenge where you have the opportunity to work and grow your career across many sectors with high visibility? AECOM is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer. This position is based out of our Atlanta, GA office to work on projects involving the structural design of buildings and structures for an extremely wide variety of clients in multiple industries. This position will support the Building & Places (B+P) organization both domestically and internationally. The role will provide expertise in relation to Buildings and Facilities Engineering, structural design methods and practices within this discipline.

AECOM’s Buildings + Places

practice includes architecture, interiors, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and environmental engineering. With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization, we create better outcomes to grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources and connect and engage people through innovative, sustainable design solutions. Our teams have worked on signature projects with clients such as Georgia Ports Authority, Worldwide Fueling projects, MARTA, Data Centers, FAA/Air Traffic Control Tower, NASA and many Fortune 500 companies. Projects could include stations, towers, laboratories, data centers, fuel storage tanks, and much more.

The job responsibilities for the position will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Serving as senior project structural engineer on a variety of building types, from small to large projects and different construction methodologies.
• Providing technical input to studies and structural design, including areas of expertise.
• Training and/or knowledge sharing with junior level staff for specific technical design aspects of structural design, constructability, and suitable methodologies.
• Directly communicating with and presenting complex technical solutions to clients, when applicable.
• Conducts site visits for construction progress.
• Performing quality control reviews of work developed by others and signing off on work.
• Participating in development of technical proposals (including estimates for the engineering budget and schedule).
• Reviewing permitting agency/engineering standards and regulations necessary to develop proper structural design.
• Reviewing Client Design Standards when applicable for compliance.
• Working under supervision of the Department Manager/Project Manager, however able to organize workload and work independently on project-specific design tasks and with teams as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering (from accredited college) + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Registered as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE in Structural Engineering)
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated and recent experience with Buildings and Facilities design projects
• Recent experience using structural design software such as ETABS, SAFE, SAP, RAM Elements and/or RISA
• AutoCAD and Revit experience are highly desirable
• 10 years of experience is preferred, in structural building development projects. covering all aspects of building design, with direct experience in the design phase
• Experience working in large and complex projects/programs
• Hybrid work-model that requires 2 days/week in the AECOM office

Additional Information

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

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 $120000 to $155000.

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.

ReqID: J10156003

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 120000 - USD 155000 - yearly