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AECOM Senior Transit/Rail Design Engineer IV in Murray, Utah
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Senior Transit/Rail Design Engineer IV to be based in Murray, UT .
JOB SUMMARY:
Come join our team in Salt Lake City! Immediately adjacent to the Wasatch Mountains and 30 minutes from 10 ski resorts, Salt Lake City remains a best kept secret, and not just for its proximity to the resorts. With flourishing nightlife, passion for the outdoors, professional and college sports, ease of access to the international airport and regional destinations, and high quality of life, makes Salt Lake City is a true gem. That said, Utah is rapidly growing, and the state legislature prioritizes the connection between multimodal transportation and economic growth— creating steady opportunities in the transportation industry. AECOM’s Salt Lake office is highly regarded and poised to grow in Utah’s expanding market.
The senior civil engineer is a key position that will be based in Utah and report into the US West Region Transit/Rail Engineering Group. This person will have the opportunity to work on a diverse set of exciting transit projects with the transit/rail group with a focus on supporting the regional Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Light Rail Transit (LRT) design team. The AECOM office provides upward mobility, opportunities for growth and leadership.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as an AECOM team and/or discipline lead, deputy project manager and/or technical task leader on planning studies, preliminary design studies, and final design of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) or Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects.
Coordinate, cooperate, and work collaboratively with others team members as well as support business development.
Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings for BRT and LRT infrastructure.
Coordinate tasks and provides leadership and mentorship to entry-level engineers.
Perform work in accordance with the agreed-upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position and demonstrated experience with the types of tasks that will be required.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- BA/BS + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
Professional Engineering license in Utah (or ability to obtain)
6 + years of relevant experience in transportation design or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Proficient with AutoCAD/Civil 3D or Microstation/Power InRoads or Power GeoPak
Ability to prepare engineering design reports and construction drawings for highway, roadway, transit, and/or rail.
Ability to collaborate and coordinate with design teams consisting of multi-discipline design engineers and technicians
Bus Rapid Transit design experience
Light Rail Transit design experience
Familiarity with BRT/LRT standards and best practices
Be detail-oriented
Excellent communication and writing skills
Additional Information
Travel may be required for this position.
AECOM is interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders in the United States.
Relocation is available for this position.
Offered rate of compensation (Utah locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $100,000.00 - $175,000.00
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $100,000.00 - $175,000.00.
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 2024. 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: J10122044
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc