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Civil Engineer

AECOM
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Feb 2026

About the role

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 highly motivated staff civil engineer to support mine tailings storage facility and heavy civil infrastructure projects in Mining Division in Denver, CO. The position will involve working under the guidance of Principal and Senior Civil Engineers on a variety of active and closed mine sites. The role will include analyzing data, performing civil engineering calculations, developing technical reports, leading tasks within large projects, developing designs and supporting the production of construction drawings and technical specifications. These duties include 3D modeling of earthwork grading and incorporating designs/layouts to support the required infrastructure of the facilities, from conceptual design through construction.

Job Summary/ Responsibilities:

  • Performs specific and moderate portions of civil design assignments such as hydraulic calculations for channels and culverts
  • Plans, directs and performs specific and/or moderate portions of mid- to large, complex projects under the supervision of an experienced senior engineer
  • Plans, oversees and performs technical evaluations including geotechnical and hydrology support as well as civil support to other disciplines (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
  • Develop basic AutoCAD Civil 3D grading models using feature lines, corridors and assemblies
  • Prepares and reviews calculation packages
  • Assisting with the development of civil reports, drawings and specifications
  • Preparing and presenting technical presentations of evaluation results to internal and client teams
  • Review of construction lab testing and preparation of construction reports

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • EIT Certification
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

  • MA/MS Civil Engineering with Hydrology/Hydraulics, Environmental and/or Geotechnical Emphasis
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License or ability to obtain within 1 year
  • Proficient in the use of industry software such as Flowmaster, HEC-HMS, Muk3D and AutoCAD Civil3D
  • Modeling complicated spreadsheet-based volumetrics, cost estimating support
  • Field/Construction experience; tailings or dams experience a plus
  • Familiarity with and preparing design reports, drawings and specifications
  • Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills
  • Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
  • Exhibits initiative, responsibility and flexibility
  • Resourceful, highly organized, and detail oriented
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Additional Information

  • Sponsorship will not be provided for this role. 
  • Relocation is not provided for this role. 
  • Willingness to travel to domestic locations 

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

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