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Structural Engineer-February 2024
Chicago
Feb 10, 2026
About Structural Engineer

  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 nearly 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

  At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

  We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

  Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

  Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

  We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

  You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

  We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

  We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

  When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

  AECOM Water is actively seeking a Structural Engineer to join our growing Chicago, IL office.

  This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level Structural Engineer, wanting to grow their career in the Water industry. Our team is currently designing the $300M expansion of a local water reclamation plant. This project involves the design of tunnels, conduits, tanks, and a control building. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 7 years’ structural design experience, EIT or PE certification, and a master’s degree in civil or structural engineering.

  Job Description:

  Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.

  Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.

  Works on detailed or routine structural engineering assignments involving hand calculations and relatively simple computer modeling tasks using structural programs.

  Experience in technical writing of proposals and report

  Performs fieldwork to review building condition and prepare field sketches. Occasional out-of-town traveling is necessary.

  Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.

  Identifies discrepancies in results.

  Provides guidance to entry level engineers.

  Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.

  Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.

  Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.

  Qualifications

  Minimum Requirements:

  BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or educationPreferred Qualifications:​​

  Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural engineering

  PE in Civil Engineering, Structural focus

  Capable of using spreadsheet, word processing, and standard office software.

  4-7 years’ experience

  Technical experience related to structural design codes (IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE-07 etc.)

  Capable of supporting multiple projects at a time and meeting project schedules

  Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (CAD, STAAD, RISA, Revit, etc)

  Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field

  Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  Experience in water industry structural design

  Additional Information

  Offered rate of compensation (Illinois locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000.

  AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

  About AECOM

  AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

  Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

  You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

  You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

  AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

  Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  ReqID: J10097523

  Business Line: Water

  Business Group: DCS

  Strategic Business Unit: West

  Career Area: Engineering

  Work Location Model: Hybrid

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