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Senior Structural Engineer

AECOM

Denver, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$165,000–$210,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Denver, CO
POSTED
20 days ago
**Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. **Job Description** **AECOM** West Region Dams and Reservoirs team is seeking a highly experienced, motivated, and technically strong **Senior Structural Engineer** with dam safety and risk analysis expertise to support and lead multidisciplinary dam and hydropower projects. This individual will serve as a senior technical resource and task leader, contributing to complex engineering analyses, mentoring junior staff, and supporting project delivery and client engagement. The dams and reservoirs team within the West Water Business Line provides engineering and design services for water storage and hydropower infrastructure, with a focus on dam safety, rehabilitation, and risk-informed decision making. **The responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to** : + Lead and perform advanced structural analyses, including 2D and 3D FEA, for concrete gravity dams, curved gravity dams, arch dams, and hydraulic structures such as spillways, intake towers, and gates + Serve as a technical lead or task lead on multidisciplinary dam and hydropower projects, ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to project requirements + Provide oversight, mentorship, and technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff + Prepare and review structural design calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications for dam and hydraulic structure projects + Lead or support dam safety inspections and condition assessments + Participate in and contribute to Potential Failure Mode Analyses (PFMA) and dam safety risk assessments, serving as a subject matter expert, facilitator, or technical contributor + Develop and present technical materials to internal teams, clients, and external review boards + Support project management activities, including scope development, budget tracking, scheduling, and client coordination + Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation, technical approach development, and client engagement **Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. **Preferred Qualifications** + Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and15+ years of relevant experience. + Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the U.S. + Demonstrated experience serving as a task lead, discipline lead, or project engineer on complex infrastructure projects + Direct experience with dam design, evaluation, and rehabilitation + Experience participating in dam safety risk analyses, including PFMA workshops (as SME, contributor, or facilitator) + Proficiency with structural and analytical software such as ANSYS, SAP2000, LS-DYNA, MathCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D + Strong experience preparing and reviewing engineering reports, technical memoranda, drawings, and specifications + Proven ability to mentor junior staff and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams + Strong communication skills with experience presenting to clients, stakeholders, and technical review panels + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment **Additional Information** + Relocation assistance may be available + Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position + Occasional travel to project and client sites may be required Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $165000 to $210000. **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. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. **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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **ReqID:** J10151029 **Business Line:** Water **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** West **Career Area:** Engineering **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Compensation:** USD 165000 - USD 210000 - yearly

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AECOM

About AECOM

AECOM is a global network of experts working with clients, communities and colleagues to develop and implement innovative solutions to the world’s most complex challenges.

Delivering clean water and energy. Building iconic skyscrapers. Planning new cities. Restoring damaged environments. Connecting people and economies with roads, bridges, tunnels and transit systems. Designing parks where children play. Helping governments maintain stability and security.

We connect expertise across services, markets, and geographies to deliver transformative outcomes. Worldwide, we design, build, finance, operate and manage projects and programs that unlock opportunities, protect our environment and improve people’s lives.

Imagine it. Delivered.

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Fast Facts:

  • Approximately $20.2 billion of revenue during fiscal year 2018

  • Ranked #1 in Transportation and General Building in Engineering News-Record’s 2018 “Top 500 Design Firms”

  • Named one of Fortune magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the fifth consecutive year

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Childcare, Concierge Services, Stock Options, Subsidized Commuting, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Work From Home, Game Rooms, Health Care on Site, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria
WEBSITE
https://aecom.jobs/

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