Job Description

Company Description
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Do you thrive in a world of variety and challenge where you have the opportunity to work and grow your career across many sectors with high visibility? AECOM is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to be based out of our Atlanta, GA office to work on projects involving the structural design of buildings and structures for an extremely wide variety of clients in multiple industries. This position will support the Building & Places (B+P) organization both domestically and internationally. The role will provide expertise in relation to Buildings and Facilities Engineering, structural design methods and practices within this discipline.
AECOM's Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and environmental engineering. With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization, we create better outcomes to grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources and connect and engage people through innovative, sustainable design solutions. Our teams have worked on signature projects with clients such as Georgia Ports Authority, Worldwide Fueling projects, MARTA, Data Centers, FAA, NASA and many Fortune 500 companies. Projects could include stations, towers, laboratories, data centers, fuel storage tanks, and much more.
The job responsibilities for the position will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Serving as lead project structural engineer on a variety of building types, from small to large size projects and different construction methodologies.
• Providing technical input to studies and structural design, including areas of expertise.
• Training and/or knowledge sharing with junior level staff for specific technical design aspects of structural design, constructability, and suitable methodologies.
• Directly communicating with and presenting complex technical solutions to clients, when applicable.
• Conducts site visits for construction progress.
• Performing quality control reviews of work developed by others and signing off on work.
• Participating in development of technical proposals (including estimates for the engineering budget and schedule).
• Reviewing permitting agency/engineering standards and regulations necessary to develop proper structural design.
• Reviewing Client Design Standards when applicable for compliance.
• Working under supervision of the Department Manager/Project Manager, however able to organize workload and work independently on project-specific design tasks and with teams as assigned.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering (from accredited college) + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Registered as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE in Structural Engineering)
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated and recent experience with Buildings and Facilities design projects
• Recent experience using structural design software such as ETABS, SAFE, SAP, RAM Elements and/or RISA
• AutoCAD and Revit experience are highly desirable
• 10 years of experience is preferred, in structural building development projects. covering all aspects of building design, with direct experience in the design phase
• Experience working in large and complex projects/programs
• Hybrid work-model that requires 2 days/week in the AECOM office

Additional Information

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

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