Civil Engineer I

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Civil Engineer I for employment in our Oakland, California office, with a focus on oil & gas projects.

This position is expected to begin ASAP.

The successful candidate will have a background in civil engineering and California-specific regulations. Residency in California is required for this role, as this is not a remote position.

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

• Computer-aided design support for oil & gas projects, including pipelines, site development, and stormwater management.
• Supports report preparation, site reconnaissance, and communications with multi-disciplinary AECOM project teams and clients.
• Build analytic and design skills with a focus on California oil & gas industry standards.
• Knowledge of civil engineering design principles, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling concepts.
• Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer, ensuring compliance with California regulations (e.g., CEQA, CalGEM, CARB, DTSC).
• Conducts engineering design and analysis under the supervision of an experienced engineer, with a focus on pipeline design, erosion control, and stormwater systems.
• 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.
• Understands and applies California regulations to develop standards and theories necessary to carry out project design and permitting work.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and/or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Valid Driver's license required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
• As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review and a substance abuse test.
• Candidate will submit to medical surveillance screening upon hire.
  

Preferred

Qualifications

• Relevant years of civil engineering experience, preferably in the oil & gas industry.
• Demonstrated experience using Civil3D for civil engineering-related projects, including stormwater, grading, roadway, and pipe networks.
• Demonstrated experience using HydroCAD for hydrologic modeling.
• Experience in site development, erosion control, and stormwater design within California.
• Familiarity with California-specific regulations (e.g., CEQA, CalGEM permitting, CARB compliance, DTSC hazardous materials).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) preferred (not required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational, technical, and communication skills.
• Commitment to working efficiently to complete tasks within allotted schedule constraints.
• Ability to work as part of a project team comprised of AECOM staff and subcontractors.
• Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, including California oil & gas infrastructure.
• Willingness to travel, complete field work, and work extended hours, when necessary.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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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. 

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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. 

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