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 passionate Electrical Engineering Discipline Lead to join our dynamic team in Atlanta, GA. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary crew of innovators, expand your expertise, and gain invaluable field experience through travel opportunities. You’ll work on exciting and challenging projects with iconic clients like AFCEC, NAVFAC, and USACE. Ready to build what matters?

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, including civil, structural, and mechanical engineers.Provide guidance and training to develop junior engineers and enhance team capabilities.Ensure designs follow established project quality procedures and complete required quality control reviews.Apply broad and specialized knowledge across multiple disciplines, demonstrating technical expertise and business acumen.Manage complex projects, including goal setting, team leadership, and adherence to budget and schedule.Solve challenging technical issues, often developing new or improved techniques.Implement improvements to methodologies and promote latest trends as opportunities for the business.Facilitate broad dialogue across functions, geographies, and business lines, including external stakeholders.Serve as lead engineer on mid- to large-size projects, providing specialized technical input and approving work.Present complex technical solutions to clients and participate in the development of technical proposals.Manage and coordinate activities of a group of engineers and/or technicians, fostering their professional growth.Maintain liaison with internal units and external individuals, representing the organization in conferences to resolve important questions and plan work.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 8 years of relevant experience in buildings and facilities engineering with specific experience in the design of modifications to medium and low voltage (up to 15 kV, 480V, etc.) electrical power systems for commercial, government and/or institutional facilities including office tenant space, specialized buildings, utilities and support facilities or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.Experience with AutoCAD (4 years), Revit (3 years), Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, SKM or ETAP, AGi32 or similar calculations and modeling software.Must be a licensed Professional Engineer.Due to the nature of work, U.S. citizenship is required.Valid U.S. Driver’s License and ability to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review, as a condition of employment.Ability to travel up to one week at a time, dependent on project, within the US and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.Experience with management of personnel.Experience with design of AFCEC, NAVFAC, and USACE facilities.Experience in leading design of electrical distribution systems of high complexity.

Additional Information This position does not support relocation assistance. Sponsorship is not available for this position.Ability to pass background checks and gain access to military installations.

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.