Senior Engineer - Utilities (Mechanical)

About AECOM

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Lead projects within defined budget and schedule; plan timelines and resource allocation.
• Perform independent advanced design, calculations, technical analyses, specifications, and design documentation for mechanical utility systems.
• Analyze engineering data, propose design approaches, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain reports and design justifications and ensure compliance with ASME, ANSI, local building codes, and other applicable requirements.
• Conduct QA reviews and oversee testing; collaborate across operations, maintenance, and project management.
• Mentor entry-level engineers, recommend system improvements, and manage project risks and mitigations.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and 10–15 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Advanced mechanical design expertise and ability to independently deliver complex projects from conception through completion.
• Extensive PMC experience covering project planning, budgets, schedules, and scope control.
• Proficiency in calculations, design software, and CAD; knowledge of ASME, ANSI, and local building codes.
• Experience with technical documentation, design calculations, engineering reports, and mechanical utility systems.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability, strong written and verbal communication, independence, task management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred qualifications

• PE license or eligibility, advanced project management certification or formal PMC training, and experience mentoring junior engineers are preferred.
• Familiarity with QA protocols, testing methodologies, process improvement, system optimization, planning and scheduling tools, HVAC, plumbing, or other mechanical utility systems is preferred.

Workplace

• Work location model is on-site.
• New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Benefits

• Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, well-being resources, travel insurance, retirement savings, and employee stock purchase options.