Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Tunneling & Trenchless Engineer
Mid-level engineer for trenchless/tunneling projects, handling design, work, and client liaison.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The successful candidate will collaborate as a mid‑level team member or task manager, prepare engineering calculations and design drawings, and conduct site visits to assess ground conditions. Responsibilities may include on‑site inspection, applying standard trenchless techniques, and interpreting geotechnical, geological, or hydrogeologic data for various projects. Work will span industries such as oil & gas, water & wastewater, telecommunications, and power. • Collaborate as a mid‑level team member or task manager on trenchless projects. • Prepare engineering calculations, design drawings, and visual aids for tunneling and trenchless solutions. • Conduct site visits to evaluate ground and site conditions and act as an on‑site inspector when needed. • Apply standard trenchless engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks. • Interpret geotechnical, geological, and hydrogeologic investigation results to support design decisions. • Work across industries—including oil & gas, water & wastewater, telecommunications, and power—to support conveyance infrastructure. • Participate in employee assistance programs, well‑being resources, and service recognition awards.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design calculations
- ▸design drawings
- ▸site visits
- ▸trenchless techniques
- ▸data interpretation
- ▸project management
What You Bring
We are hiring a motivated engineer for our Virginia Beach office to support the Global Tunneling & Trenchless Group operating across North America. The role involves trenchless engineering methods—including HDD, microtunneling, guided bore—and offers exposure to project planning, design, construction oversight, schedule and budget management, and client interaction in a consulting environment. Minimum qualifications are a BA/BS degree and four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work. Preferred credentials include familiarity with geotechnical software, GIS, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and the ability to obtain a PE license within two years. A valid driver’s license is also required. • Hold a BA/BS degree with at least four years of relevant experience or equivalent. • Demonstrate familiarity with geotechnical software, GIS, and AutoCAD/Civil 3D (preferred). • Be eligible to obtain a PE license within two years (preferred). • Possess a valid driver’s license.
Requirements
- ▸ba/bs
- ▸4+ years
- ▸autocad
- ▸gis
- ▸pe license
- ▸driver's license
Benefits
AECOM provides comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, retirement savings, and an employee stock purchase plan, among other well‑being resources. Employees benefit from award‑winning training, career development programs, and a collaborative, inclusive workplace culture that encourages growth and innovation. The position is based in Virginia Beach, VA (222 Centra) with a hybrid work model and an annual salary range of $74,499.54 to $137,824.15. AECOM is a Fortune 500 global infrastructure leader with FY2024 revenue of $16.1 billion. • Receive comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D coverage. • Access paid time off, flexible work options, and retirement savings plans.
Work Environment
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