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Water-Wastewater - Water Resources Engineer

AECOM
full-time
Chelmsford, MA
Posted 3/26/2026
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Job Description

AECOM’s Water Business Line is seeking a talented Water-Wastewater - Water Resources Engineer to support our Water, Wastewater, and Water Resources practice based in the New England Area - Chelmsford, MA, Boston, MA, or Rocky Hill, CT.

The selected employee will have a primary focus on water/wastewater/water resources utility planning, design, condition assessment, and mapping for state, municipal, and private clients. The candidate will perform a variety of tasks, including site investigations, field measurements, utility investigations, capacity studies, condition assessments, conceptual through 100 percent design, cost estimating, and construction administration/observation. The successful candidate will have ample opportunities to develop professionally through frequent collaboration with senior engineers, project managers, clients, regulatory agencies, and industry-leading subject matter experts, and attendance at professional conferences.

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

  • Provide technical support for a variety of utility design related projects, including treatment plants, pump/booster stations, water line and collection line design, rehabilitation, master planning, and construction administration.

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  • Create designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings.

  • Work under supervision of a senior project manager in the water/wastewater/water resources practice or senior level team members.

  • Utilize basic engineering principles, judgement, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems.

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    • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements

    • BA/BS in Civil engineering, Environmental Engineering or related discipline + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

    • At least 2 years of experience in planning, modeling, and/or design of water, wastewater, and stormwater utility projects.

    • Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain PE licensure within one (1) year of employment.

    • Valid U.S. Driver’s License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Professional Engineer with 6+ years of experience planning, modeling, and/or design of water, wastewater, and stormwater utility projects

    • Progressive experience with water/wastewater utility planning, modeling, condition assessment, and design.

    • Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, Hydrologic/Hydraulic models). Demonstrated time management skills, work ethic and attention to detail.

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    • Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with technicians, designers, engineers, and project managers for the preparation of high-quality work products.

    • Ability to communicate and coordinate with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public as may be necessary to accomplish assigned objectives.

    • The ability to work productively in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate growth potential as well as a desire to learn.

    • Detail oriented while still able to understand/comply with the big picture/goals of a project.

    • Ability to multi-task.

    • Flexible – can adapt to shifting priorities / work schedules.

    • Able to work independently.

    • Self-learner.

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    • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

    • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

    Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $95000 to $115000.

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    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.

    ReqID: J10135482

    Business Line: Water

    Business Group: DCS

    Strategic Business Unit: East

    Career Area: Engineering

    Work Location Model: Hybrid

    Compensation: USD 95000 - USD 115000 - yearly

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    Location

    Chelmsford, MA

    Category

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