AECOM

Water Treatment Technical Leader

AECOM$80K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering plus 8 years of experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Experience with water-related projects including supply, treatment, and distribution.
  • Master's Degree in a related engineering field preferred.
  • 10+ years of municipal water planning and design experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of water design codes and safety regulations.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee pilot studies and condition assessments for water infrastructure.
  • Evaluate process technologies based on regulatory requirements.
  • Design upgrades for water treatment plants and distribution systems.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering aspects in project execution.
  • Support business development activities for water projects.
  • Mentor and develop junior staff in water process and designs.
  • Participate in professional organizations and present at conferences.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence.
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
  • Business travel insurance and service recognition awards.
  • Voluntary benefits and flexible work options.
  • Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
Full 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's Water Business Line is seeking a talented and experienced Water Technical Leader to support water treatment and distribution related planning, design, and construction projects throughout the Northeast Region (New England, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey).The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the planning, design, construction, and operation of water related projects, including supply, treatment, pumping station, storage, and distribution / transmission. The preferred candidate will have a proven ability to lead a team of engineers and designers to deliver successful projects. The position offers a unique opportunity to work within an established and successful regional and national group that offers a diverse range of technical challenges and career development opportunities. In this role, you will have an opportunity to mentor junior staff and interact with key clients. Join our team and help us continue to deliver innovating and successful projects.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinate and oversee pilot studies.
  • Coordinate and oversee condition assessment of water infrastructure.
  • Perform process technology evaluations and selection based on raw water characteristics and flows to satisfy safe drinking water regulations.
  • Concept, preliminary and detail designs for water treatment plant upgrades.
  • Concept, preliminary and detailed designs for water distribution projects (pumping stations, storage tanks, and distribution / transmission mains).
  • Coordination with civil, hydraulic and mechanical aspects while guiding and informing the architectural, structural, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and I&C disciplines.
  • Assess trends in the marketplace and support business development activities related to water projects, including strategy, approach, and engineering fee.
  • Mentor and develop junior water process and designs staff.
  • Participate in local and national professional organizations, including attending and presenting at conferences.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience/or education.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience with planning, design, construction, and operation of water-related projects, including supply, treatment, pumping station, storage, and distribution / transmission.

Preferred Requirements:
  • Master's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred.
  • 10+ years of extensive project experience in municipal water planning and design.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to be client-facing.
  • Strong knowledge of water design codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Strong communication skills in coordinating with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public to accomplish assigned objectives.
  • Strong commitment to ensuring safe project execution.
  • Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to work well in a team environment.
  • Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.
  • Self-starter and ability to take initiative.
  • Experienced technical writer.


Additional Information
  • This position does not offer relocation assistance.
  • Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.


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.

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.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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