Senior Hydrologic Engineer

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Hydrologic Engineer with a focus on New Jersey transportation clients.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead technical execution of projects, including hydrologic analyses, hydraulic structure modeling, and dam breach analyses using one- and two-dimensional approaches.

• Conduct bridge engineering activities such as visual inspections, risk analyses, and emergency action planning.

• Prepare technical reports, construction drawings, and supporting calculations while adhering to AECOM's Quality Management System.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure project success.

• Mentor junior staff and contribute to their professional development.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

• Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client relationship management.

• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to innovative solutions in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering.

• Develop Hydraulics Reports satisfying NJDOT and NJDEP requirements.

• Travel for field work, client meetings, and professional conferences as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Hydrologic, Hydraulic, and/or Water Resources Engineering or related degree plus 6 years of direct experience working on hydrologic and hydraulic aspects of civil works projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of NJ, or ability to obtain NJ PE within six months of employment.

• Due to the nature of work, this position requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Hydrologic, Hydraulic, and/or Water Resources Engineering

• 10+ years of direct experience working on hydrologic and hydraulic aspects of civil works.

• NJ PE.

• Experience developing design documents related to hydraulic structures including drawings and plans, specifications, and basis of design reports

• Experience with hydraulic inspection of bridges and preparing inspection reports.

• Experience with scour analysis and design of revetment measures.

• Experience with developing emergency action plans as well as planning and facilitating exercises of those plans.

• Experience performing risk assessments and Potential Failure Mode Analyses (PFMAs) related to dam design, construction, and operation.

• Experience and ability with the following software applications: HEC-HMS, HEC-MetVUE, NRCS SITES, ESRI ArcMap or ArcPro (preferred) , AutoDesk AutoCAD Civil 3D, MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $140000 to $160000.

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.

ReqID: J10136777

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 140000 - USD 160000 - yearly