Engineer - Water

Company Description

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

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.

Start here. Grow here.

The Engineer - Water is responsible for developing designs through various project stages, undertakes coordination and carries out design documentation while working as part of the project team. Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment as an experienced engineer. Guides Graduate Engineers, provides design input to the CAD / BIM technicians, and works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and tests.

Here is what you will do :

• Contributes to the development of technical proposals.
• Develops design by gathering, correlating and analyzing engineering data using computer software and established procedures and standards.
• When possible, collects and analyses information from discipline and interdisciplinary project BIM models.
• Fully develops the design content by applying both design and technical knowledge to ensure the production of high‑quality outputs by following project timelines.
• Participates in the interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables, including BIM spatial reviews (virtual walkthroughs and clash detection).
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations, specifications, sketches, diagrams, specific discipline BIM models, drawings, reports and tender documents.
• Identifies discrepancies in results and proposes an approach to solving new problems encountered.
• Performs work under the agreed‑upon budget and schedule with moderate supervision.
• Coordinates with other discipline Engineers as applicable for the design process's continuity.
• Maintains and develops the highest level of technical skills and abilities, ensuring the quality of model production by BIM / CAD teams for accuracy to design instructions.
• Coordinates with authorities for scheme approvals.

Here’s what we’re looking for :

Capability in the following software is required :

Capability in the following software is advantageous :

Qualifications

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 2024. 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.

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