Transportation Hydraulics Lead Engineer

Aecom2; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Hydraulics Engineer to join our Transportation team in Raleigh, NC. This role provides technical leadership and engineering expertise on transportation infrastructure projects, guiding complex design efforts, mentoring staff, and delivering innovative solutions to meet client needs.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical capabilities, project leadership experience, and the ability to manage engineering responsibilities across all

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina or the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.
• 6 years of Hydraulics experience, closed system drainage, and ditch design.
• 2 years of Hydraulic modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead engineer on mid- to large-scale transportation projects, providing technical direction and oversight throughout project development and delivery.
• Provide specialized technical expertise and engineering input for transportation studies, planning, and design efforts.
• Lead the development and review of complex engineering designs, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Review, approve, and seal engineering plans and deliverables within area of expertise and professional licensure.
• Develop and present complex technical solutions and recommendations to clients, project stakeholders, and internal leadership.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance reviews of engineering designs and technical documents prepared by other team members.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, supporting professional development and technical excellence.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical proposals, scopes of work, and project pursuits to support business development efforts.
• Develop engineering budget estimates, resource requirements, and project schedules for large-scale transportation projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, project managers, and clients to ensure successful project execution and delivery.

Skills

Hydraulics

Project leadership

Mentoring

Design review

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Hydraulics Engineer to join our Transportation team in Raleigh, NC. This role provides technical leadership and engineering expertise on transportation infrastructure projects, guiding complex design efforts, mentoring staff, and delivering innovative solutions to meet client needs.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical capabilities, project leadership experience, and the ability to manage engineering responsibilities across all