Water Resources Engineer

AECOM; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our Denver, Colorado team. You will lead and contribute to water resources projects across mining, industrial, municipal, and infrastructure sectors, delivering hydrologic analyses, water balance studies, and permitting support.

The role offers collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects across North America, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and engage in client relationships while supporting design and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.
• 4+ years of professional water resources engineering experience, including mining projects or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for mining, infrastructure, and water resources projects.
• Develop site water balance models and stormwater plans.
• Support mine water management projects including dewatering and closure planning.
• Conduct flood assessments and watershed evaluations.
• Prepare technical reports and design documents.
• Collaborate with geotechnical, civil, environmental, and mining engineers to develop integrated solutions.
• Support environmental permitting efforts related to water resources and mining.
• Participate in client meetings and business development initiatives.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff.
• Support construction-phase services including design reviews and site inspections.

Skills

Water resources

Mining experience

Project leadership

Client relations

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Water Resources/Environmental Engineering

Tools

HEC-HMS

GoldSim

PCSWMM

Civil3D

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

AECOM is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing team in Denver, Colorado. In this role, you will support and lead a variety of water resources projects across mining, industrial, municipal, and infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of innovative water management solutions, including hydrologic and hydraulic studies, mine water management systems, stormwater infrastructure, water balance evaluations, and permitting support. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex mining projects throughout North America while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for mining, infrastructure, and water resources projects.
• Develop site water balance models, stormwater management plans, and surface water diversion designs.
• Support mine water management projects, including dewatering systems, tailings facility water management, contact water controls, and closure planning.
• Conduct flood assessments, drainage studies, and watershed evaluations.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, specifications, and design documents.
• Collaborate with geotechnical, civil, environmental, and mining engineers to develop integrated project solutions.
• Support environmental permitting efforts related to water resources and mining developments.
• Participate in client meetings, project planning activities, and business development initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Support construction-phase services, including design reviews, site inspections, and field investigations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline and 4+ years of professional water resources engineering experience, including experience supporting mining projects, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water resources engineering with significant involvement in mining-related water management projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-HMS, GoldSim, PCSWMM, Civil3D, or similar tools.
• Experience supporting mine permitting, closure planning, and environmental compliance efforts.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing client relationships.
• Experience working on large-scale mining, industrial, or infrastructure projects throughout North America.

Additional Information

• This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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 $80000 to $130000.

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: J10158607

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 80000 - USD 130000 - yearly