Civil Engineer

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer to be based in Franklin, TN office.

This position is expected to begin October/November 2022.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

The Entry-Level Civil Engineer will support our Remediation team within our Environment business line, particularly supporting Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) related work in the power industry.

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

• Builds analytic and design skills.
• Conducts engineering design under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
• Computer-aided design support for solid waste facilities, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, ash pond closures, earthen dams, impoundments, and related facilities,
• Computer-aided design and drafting of site layout, drainage, roadway, grading, and utility systems using tools including, but not limited to AutoCAD, Civil3D, WaterCAD, and HydroCAD.
• Supports report preparation, site reconnaissance, and communications with multi-disciplinary AECOM project team
• Understanding and applying regulations to develop standards and theories necessary to carry out project design and permitting work
• Organize and prepare reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other topographical and hydrologic data to plan and design projects
• Incorporates schedules, budgets, constructability, and other project criteria into Civil design and layouts
• Conduct occasional site reconnaissance to examine field conditions, drainage and erosion control needs, as-built conditions, etc.
• Efficiently employs standard techniques, procedures, and criteria while developing advanced methods to improve efficiency

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field + none or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of Civil Engineering experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD and/or Civil3D for civil engineering-related projects including stormwater, grading, roadway, and pipe networks.
• Demonstrated experience using HydroCAD.
• Experience in site development and erosion control and stormwater design.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) preferred (not required)
• Strong organizational, technical, and communications skills
• Commitment to working efficiently to complete tasks within allotted schedule constraints

Additional Information:

• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test
• This position may be subject to a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening

What we offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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