Structural Engineer III - Ports and Marine

Structural Engineer III
- Ports and Marine

• Full-time
• State/Province:
  Texas
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line:
  Transportation
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US
  - Houston, TX - 800 Gessner Rd
• Compensation: USD 75,000 - USD 135,000 yearly

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer (Hybrid) to be based in Houston, TX.

• Undertaking design and planning activities on maritime projects - container terminals, mining/bulk, oil/gas, marinas, ports and harbors, coastal defense and development schemes.
• Maritime design and planning, including maritime codes/standards such as USACE, PIANC, OCIMF.
• Structural design for wharves, piles, sheet piles, dolphins across the United States.
• Independently prepare engineering related calculations and develop structural technical specifications, plans, and details.
• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
• Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
• Occasional short to medium term site visits may also become necessary depending on project requirements.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License.

• Master of Science with structural engineering concentration.
• Ten (10) years or more of related experience.
• Experience in the design of marine structures including wharves, piles, sheet piles, and dolphins in seismic zones.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer analysis and design software such as SAP 2000, RISA 3D, STAAD.Pro, LPILE, SAFE, and/or equivalent.
• Knowledge in AutoCAD and/or Micro Station.
• Proficient in the use of computers for making engineering calculations, spreadsheets, and report writing.
• Demonstrable interest in developing a career in Ports & Marine Engineering.
• Enthusiastic, hard-working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive.

Sponsorship is not offered now or in the future for this position.

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.

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.