Senior Water​/Wastewater Engineer

Company Description

At AECOM, we deliver 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.

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 professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

AECOM’s Water Business Line is actively seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer
. The successful candidate will work with other technical disciplines on all project phases to deliver a variety of water, wastewater, and resiliency projects. This position can be based out of our Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, or West Palm Beach, Florida office location.

• Lead and oversee the design and development of water and wastewater treatment, conveyance, and distribution projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, design calculations, technical specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Manage project schedules, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and design staff.
• Perform capacity analysis for water and wastewater systems (as applicable).
• Review and stamp engineering deliverables in accordance with professional licensure requirements.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, sustainability practices, and evolving industry regulations.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a proactive mindset and commitment to delivering high‑quality, innovative solutions.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations.
• Utilize excellent communication skills with the ability to engage clients, agencies, and stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field and 8 years of relevant experience in municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with civil/environmental engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, or similar).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida.
• Valid US Driver’s License, and as a condition of employment, pass AECOM’s motor vehicle records review.

• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater infrastructure design, including pipelines and lift stations.
• Experience with design‑build or alternative project delivery methods.
• Experience leading multi‑office or multidisciplinary design teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices, green infrastructure, and advanced treatment technologies.
• Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Experience in construction phase engineering services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and technical presentations.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $125,000 to $165,000.

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.

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