Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a CAD Specialist II (Infrastructure flood protection) for a civil/structural technical role working with engineers and project managers on a variety of projects within the Dams, Levees, Channels, Pump Stations and Water Resources markets. Candidates can expect a diverse set of project challenges focused on heavy civil grading for large levees, dams, access roads and stormwater management.

AECOM is recognized across the globe as a premier provider of consulting services and includes industry experts that are willing to work with and train staff. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed. We operate in a fast-paced, client driven environment, solving new problems every day. It is a great work environment for those who value creativity, hard work, and enjoy being challenged. There are many opportunities within our company to grow.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D and/or OpenRoads, with an emphasis on complex and advanced surface modeling capabilities.Ability to take general direction and simple sketches from engineers to then develop design criteria and progress through all stages of design.Civil/Site- Site development, access roads, drainage channels, jurisdictional and non-jurisdictional dams, slope stabilization, retaining walls, detention ponds, land development, surface drainage, and stream restoration.Prepare detailed calculation packages for earthwork quantities.Ability to process a variety of data sources to build existing base surfaces from LiDAR, survey points, breaklines, DEMs, and contours.Understanding of coordinate systems and the ability to transform data from one system to another.Data management of survey and client data through the project life cycle.Experience with Revit, Advanced Steel, and/or Pro Structure with the emphasis on complex and advanced infrastructure models.Meeting with clients for project kickoff, ongoing design review, and project close out.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of design experience for heavy civil, flood protection, pump station, and landfill projects.

Additional InformationRelocation is not available for this position. Sponsorship is not now or in the future available for this role. 

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.