Structural Engineer (Part-time Variable)

Company Description

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Job Description

The West Region Dams and Reservoirs team of AECOM is actively seeking a motivated, creative, highly talented Structural Engineer (Part-time Variable) with risk analysis experience in the dams and hydraulics structures industry. The dams and reservoirs team within the Water Business Line is responsible for providing engineering and design services in support of multidisciplinary projects, with a focus on water storage and hydropower dam projects, while also supporting tailing dams projects with the Mining Department.

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

• Provide technical review of specifications, design drawings, reports, and calculations regarding hydraulic steel structures.
• Mentor and share knowledge regarding welding, fracture critical structures, and lessons learned regarding the fabrication of hydraulic steel structures.
• Visit fabrication shops and perform surprise inspections.
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, weld inspection reports, welder qualifications, and other fabrication related submittals.
• Perform site visits related to hydraulic steel structures, including inspections, retrofits, gate replacement, and other tasks to support client objectives. 
• Attend workshops as a SME for risk evaluations related to hydraulic steel structures. 
• Provide expert review on the welding of penstocks, penstock material selection, fabrication of penstocks, and delivery of penstocks to sites being developed for pump hydro. 
• Attend technical conferences with clients as a SME regarding the fabrication, welding, and construction of hydraulic steel structures including gates and penstocks. 
• Author short memos and sections of reports that detail welding requirements, welder qualifications, weld NDT testing, shop visits, cons. 
• Support and provide oversight on the development of hydraulic steel structure design path, gate selection, pros and cons of gate type, weld detailing, construction and fabrication detailing, and inspection schedule. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS+12 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer license.

Additional Information

• Relocation may be available for this role.
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Occasional project/client related travel may be required.  

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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

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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.