Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer
AECOM11 months ago
Buffalo, NY, United States
On-site
Full-time
Beginner Level (< 1 year)
Job Description
Position Overview
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer to be based in Buffalo, New York. In this role, you will work on water treatment, wastewater treatment, and green infrastructure projects while gaining hands‐on experience with technical tools such as AutoCAD. Join a global team dedicated to delivering a better world through innovative infrastructure solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Gain experience with programs such as AutoCAD while working on water treatment, wastewater treatment, and green infrastructure projects.
- Travel outside the Buffalo area as needed to support projects across the United States.
- Assist with preparation of design drawings, specifications, technical reports, and basic design calculations under supervision.
- Collect and analyze data under the guidance of an experienced engineer.
- Utilize computer software to solve basic engineering problems.
- Collaborate with project teams and mentor fellow entry-level members.
- Ensure work is performed in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules.
- Conduct fieldwork as required, while primarily working in an office setting.
- Prepare detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project or similar software.
- Develop cost estimates using existing databases and vendor quotes.
- Attend meetings and report on project tasks as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Preferred Qualifications
- Valid U.S. Driver's License for visiting project sites and various AECOM offices.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills, strong organizational and time management skills, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to communicate effectively with project team members, clients, and management; capable of independent and team-based work.
- Prior experience in water, wastewater, and water resource projects.
- Master's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- EIT certification or the ability to obtain certification within the first year of employment.
- Experience with technical software programs such as AutoCAD, Revit, BioWin, ArcGIS, and/or HydroCAD.
- Familiarity with water and wastewater treatment plant and pump station design.
- Internship or co-op experience in a professional engineering setting is a plus.
- Self-starter mindset with initiative and effective problem-solving abilities.
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability coverage.
- Paid time off, leaves of absence, and voluntary benefits.
- Flexible work options, well-being resources, and an employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
Required Skills
HydroCAD
AutoCAD
Revit
ArcGIS
Project Scheduling
Water/Wastewater Engineering
Microsoft Project
Cost Estimation