Water Quality Engineer

At AECOM, we re delivering a better world.


We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.


Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We re one global team 47,000 strong driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.


AECOM is actively seeking an experienced Water Quality Engineer for immediate full-time employment. We are seeking candidates that have a strong focus on water quality compliance.


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


Research, review, and analyze water quality policy and regulations.

Lead regulatory compliance tasks relating to stormwater and wastewater management.

Prepare and review Water Quality Management Plans, which communicate stormwater and wastewater regulations affecting the management of water sources at a facility.

Prepare and review Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).

Review and assess compliance methodologies employed at a facility and provide feedback and creative solutions to reduce overall risk of non-compliance.

Mentor and supervise junior staff while managing tasks of varying sizes and complexity.


About AECOM s Environment Business Line


Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.


AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects are diverse and interesting. They span market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems within diverse community profiles.


AECOM s Sustainable Legacies (https://publications.aecom.com/sustainable-legacies/) program describes our approach to the environment, social equity and governance (ESG.) We embed sustainability throughout our business and help clients embed sustainable practices into their work. We help clients reduce their impact on the environment, achieve compliance and reduce risks.


Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• 6 years of engineering experience focused on water quality compliance
• Valid U.S. Driver's license is required for this role
• Nationwide travel (50% of the time)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 years of engineering experience focused on water quality compliance
• P.E. license is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations that implement the Clean Water Act
• Strong writing, critical thinking, and reasoning skills
• Basic knowledge of ArcGIS and AutoCAD software
• Experience reviewing and/or writing Spill Prevention Countermeasure Control (SPCC) Plans
• Mentorship Experience
• Experience consulting DOD clients
• Knowledge of DOD management practices as they relate to environmental compliance
• Strong focus and attention to detail





• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $145,000

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. 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.


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.


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.


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: J10066827

Business Line: Environment

Strategic Business Group: DCS