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Job Description

As a Stormwater Engineer in our Water Resources team, you will provide technical and specialist analysis and design support in the area of stormwater drainage, hydrology and flood management for a wide range of infrastructure projects including road, rail and urban development in Africa and around the world.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake:• Hydrological analysis of storm rainfall
• Hydrological and hydraulic analysis of catchment runoff and watercourses
• Hydraulic modelling and design of stormwater reticulation systems, culverts, scour protection and other flood control structures
• Sustainable urban drainage system design
• Preparation of project specifications, bill of quantities and tender documentation
• Stormwater master planning and flood risk assessments

Minimum requirements

• Four to seven years experience in a similar role - essential
• Experience in hydrological studies, hydraulic analysis and design of stormwater drainage infrastructure such as culverts and bridges - advantageous
• Experience in the design of stormwater reticulation systems, culverts, scour protection, flood control structures, and runoff treatment and management devices – advantageous
• Knowledge of detailed road drainage design and multi-disciplinary interfaces - advantageous;
• Experience in the use of drainage analysis and associated design software technology applications (e.g. HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, PCSWMM, Autocad, Civil 3D, GIS etc.) - highly advantageous
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related fieldMinimum of four years' experience in stormwater engineering or related water resources fieldProficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modelling software (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, PCSWMM)Strong knowledge of stormwater management principles and sustainable urban drainage systemsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication skills, both verbal and written

 

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

 

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have 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 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.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.