Water Resources Engineer – Mining & Hydrology (Hybrid)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Water Resources Engineer for our Denver, CO team. You will lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop water balance models, and support mine water management across North America, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineers to deliver sustainable solutions.

Join a global firm focused on infrastructure challenges, with responsibilities spanning planning, design, and environmental permitting, while mentoring junior staff and supporting construction-phase services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline; 6+ years of water resources experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for mining, infrastructure, and water resources projects.
• Develop water balance models and stormwater management plans.
• Support mine water management, including dewatering and tailings water control.
• 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 deliver integrated solutions.
• Support environmental permitting efforts related to water resources and mining developments.
• Participate in client meetings and project planning activities; mentor junior staff.
• Support construction-phase services including design reviews and site inspections.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Mining water management

Hydrologic analysis

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering / Water Resources / Environmental Eng

Tools

HEC-HMS

GoldSim

PCSWMM

Civil3D

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Water Resources Engineer for our Denver, CO team. You will lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop water balance models, and support mine water management across North America, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineers to deliver sustainable solutions.

Join a global firm focused on infrastructure challenges, with responsibilities spanning planning, design, and environmental permitting, while mentoring junior staff and supporting construction-phase services.