Senior Engineer - Water

Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Senior Engineer - Water to join our team in South Africa offices

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

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Job Description

A Senior Engineer in our Water team delivers discipline involvement in projects and ensures effective delivery input of others. Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations, drawings and reports etc. The role includes design development, design review, supervision, coordination and design documentation. Guides junior engineers and independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete design works. The appointed candidate will be based in one of our 3 offices in South Africa namely Centurion, Durban or Bellville in Cape Town.

Here's what you will do:

• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced Senior engineer in the Water environment with 10+ years of experience.

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

• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.

• Proposes an 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 the 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.

Here's what we are looking for:

• Eight to twelve years' experience in a similar role - essential

• Experience in Master Planning studies, hydraulic analysis and design of bulk water and sewage infrastructure - advantageous

• Experience in the design of water demand management and design of water and sewage reticulation systems, reservoirs, pump stations – advantageous

• Knowledge of detailed water supply and sewage drainage design and multi-disciplinary interfaces - advantageous.

• Experience in the use of surge analysis and associated design software technology applications (e.g. Bentley Hammer, WaterGems, SewerGEMS, InfoWorks ICM and InfoWater Pro, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS etc.) - highly advantageous

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent

• Masters degree or equivalent, would be an advantage

• PrEng registration with ECSA

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

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 2025. 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.

ReqID: J10141946

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Enterprise Capabilities

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid