Entry-Level Structural Engineer

Entry-Level Structural Engineer

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer in the Greater Pennsylvania area to join the AECOM Transportation Department in Mechanicsburg, PA.

AECOM is searching for candidates that can be creative and impactful on a wide range of projects. Entry-level technical new hires are eligible to participate in AECOM's Graduate Development Program (GDP), a program designed to support assimilation into the organization, help with technical development planning toward licensure (or other early technical milestones), and with creating a foundation of knowledge necessary for future career success.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to also work on projects nationally and internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

As an Entry-Level Structural Engineer, you will work with multi-discipline project teams in developing a range of engineering solutions from initial concepts to detailed design development and through construction. This is a diverse role that will involve your contributions and insight into the effective delivery of the department's current and future portfolio of projects.

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

• Develop and strengthen analytical and design skills.
• Assist with engineering design tasks under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Prepare designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematics, and final working drawings.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to support engineering decisions.
• Utilize engineering software to solve basic technical problems.
• Contribute to project work while adhering to established budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic track with structural engineering concentration is highly desirable.
• Relevant internship experience in the execution of structural design projects is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Some production software experience including but not limited to: MicroStation, AutoCAD, MS Office, Bluebeam is highly desirable.
• Some structural analysis software experience including but not limited to: STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, and LUSAS is a plus.
• Basic familiarity and working knowledge of relevant building codes and standards including AASHTO, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 318, ACI 530, NDS, etc.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Master of Science in Structural Engineering or related field is a plus.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Hybrid work schedule available, with required on-site work at the Mechanicsburg, PA office. A full-time in-office schedule is also an option. The selected candidate must be available to work in Mechanicsburg, PA on a scheduled basis.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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