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AECOM Staff Tailings Storage Facility Engineer (Civil/Geotechnical) in Denver, Colorado
Company Description
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
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Job Description
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated staff geotechnical and/or civil engineer to support mine tailings storage facility and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the Mining group in Denver Colorado.
Job Summary/ Responsibilities:
Performs specific and moderate portions of broader assignments
Plans, directs and performs specific and/or moderate portions of mid- to large, complex projects under the supervision of an experienced senior engineer.
Plans, implements, performs and oversees geotechnical exploration and laboratory testing programs (30% travel/field time)
Plans, oversees and performs geotechnical evaluations including material characterization, liquefaction, seepage, slope stability, and settlement analyses
Prepares and reviews calculation packages
Assisting with the development of geotechnical reports, drawings and specifications
Preparing and presenting technical presentations of evaluation results to internal and client teams
Review of geotechnical instrumentation and preparation of instrumentation monitoring reports
Qualifications
Min Requirements
BA/BS + 4 yrs 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 Geotechnical Emphasis
6+ years of relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License or ability to obtain within 1 year
Proficient in the use of industry software such as GeoStudio, Utexas, Grapher and AutoCAD Civil3D
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
Effective time-management and interpersonal Skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Additional Information
Relocation is not available for this position.
Sponsorship may be available for this role.
Project site travel required (up to 30%)
Offered rate of compensation (Colorado locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $105,000
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.
Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
We will give you 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.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there’s never been a better time to be at AECOM! 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.
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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Join us and let’s get started.
ReqID: J10088530
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: On-Site