Senior Hydraulics Engineer - Dams

Company Description Come grow with us. Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

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Job Description AECOM is delivering some of Australia’s most critical water infrastructure projects. With major investment in dam infrastructure and long-term partnerships with Dam owners nationwide, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex and high-impact projects across the country.

As part of our industry leading Dams team, you’ll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction, and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions and mentor the next generation of engineers.

How you’ll make a difference:

Hydraulic analysis and conceptual to detailed design of spillways, stilling (dissipator) basins, energy dissipators, erosion protection, outlet works (hydraulics), retarding basins, service basin.

Inspection, investigation and condition assessment of existing dams.

Construction support services including inspection of works, evaluation of quality control and quality assurance data and construction reporting.

Preparation of tenders and proposals.

Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive:

Demonstrated capability in hydraulic modelling and design, including the preparation of design reports, design drawings and specifications, ideally within the dam industry.

Experience in interpreting and analysing hydraulic model results, including flow patterns, scour potential, velocities, cavitation potential and water surface profiles.

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, river hydraulics, and hydraulic structure behaviour.

Experience in dam projects including spillways, intake structures, outlet works, stilling basins, and river diversion structures.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

You enjoy developing and nurturing relationships with internal stakeholders, clients as well as the local industry, whether through project work, client initiatives or industry associations.

A degree in Civil Engineering (essential).Additional Information If you are an experienced Dams engineering professional looking to take the next step in your career, or you are coming from another country to establish yourself in Australia, we would love to hear from you. For the right candidate, we will provide assistance with visa sponsorship and relocation for you and your family as required.​​What

AECOM Offers:

Technically challenging and rewarding work in a supportive, friendly, and sociable environment.

Opportunities to work and collaborate with industry leading experts within our interstate and international offices.

Career development and learning, bring your unique talents background and expertise to your work here and you’ll get to explore and pursue rewarding career opportunities within a No. 1 ranked water consultancy

Employee Wellbeing & Wellness Benefits, Insurance, Leave Entitlements, Reward & Recognition, Benefits & Discounts.

Enjoy the freedom to grow with customisable career paths, water-specific technical and professional development and the potential to contribute.

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