Geotechnical Lead Engineer

Position Overview

AECOM's Water Business Line is seeking a dynamic Geotechnical Lead Engineer to support water, wastewater treatment, flood protection, and associated projects in our Chelmsford, MA office. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within an established and successful national group providing leadership to junior-level structural engineers under the guidance of Registered Professional Engineers, while offering a range of career development opportunities. Join our team as we continue to deliver innovative projects that help the communities in which we live and work.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibilities: Perform assignments requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out tasks associated with geotechnical exploration, assessment of conditions, and technical design of geotechnical engineering solutions for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Exercise engineering judgment to develop geotechnical exploration plans, select soil improvement techniques and foundation support systems, and provide direct responsible charge, guidance, and mentorship to junior-level geotechnical engineers.
• Serve as the technical lead for the Geotechnical Engineering department under the guidance of the department head.
• Provide geotechnical guidance for existing facilities and other business lines as required.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field, Experience Required: 4 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in a US Jurisdiction with the ability to obtain licensure via comity in Massachusetts within twelve (12) months.
• A valid U.S. Driver's License is required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites (candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review).

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical Engineering Focus, or a related field.
• 6 years of demonstrated work experience performing geotechnical exploration, analysis, design, and guidance for the built environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, an employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, a retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan.