Entry-Level Geotechnical/Structural Engineer

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AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Entry-Level Geotechnical/ Structural Engineer for immediate employment in the Oshkosh, Green Bay, or Milwaukee, Wisconsin or Chicago, Illinois offices.

This position is expected to begin in September/October 2024.

The successful candidate will have a background in civil engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical/structural engineering. Relocation to the Oshkosh, Green Bay, or Milwaukee, Wisconsin or Chicago, Illinois area is required for this role, as it is not a remote position.

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

• Conduct site visits and perform inspections of existing structures.
• Oversee geotechnical drilling operations.
• Log and classify soil samples and prepare formal boring logs. 
• Prepare detailed documentation, including photo logs and repair recommendations.
• Develop structural calculations for various elements (e.g., concrete slabs, walls, foundations).
• Perform geotechnical calculations (e.g., slope stability analyses, seepage analyses, bearing pressure, settlement). 
• Collaborate with drafting staff to create construction drawings.
• Review Requests for Information (RFIs) during the construction phase and adjust designs as needed.
• Computer-aided design support for various types of projects.
• Supports report preparation, site reconnaissance, and communications with multi-disciplinary AECOM project team.
• Conducts engineering design and analysis under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Creates designs, models, calculations, sketches, diagrams, drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
• Understanding and applying regulations to develop standards and theories necessary to carry out project design and permitting work.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering or related engineering field.
• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is a requirement.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. 
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant years of Civil Engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD and/or Civil3D for civil engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) preferred (not required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational, technical, and communications skills.
• Commitment to working efficiently to complete tasks within allotted schedule constraints.
• Candidate must also be able to work as part of a project team comprised of AECOM staff and subcontractors.
• Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects.
• Willingness to travel, complete field work, and work extended hours, when necessary.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Travel of 10% to job site is required for this position.

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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.