Associate Engineer - Stormwater at AECOM

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, erosion protection and other flood control structures
• Water sensitive urban design for water quality control
• Preparation of project specifications, bill of quantities and tender documentation
• Stormwater master planning and flood risk assessments
• Mentoring less experienced staff
• Minimum requirements
• 10 to 15 years' experience in a similar role - essential
• Experience in the use of drainage analysis and associated design software technology applications (e.g. HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, PCSWMM, 12D, Autocad, Civil 3D, GIS etc.) - highly advantageous
• 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, erosion protection, flood control structures and runoff treatment and management devices – advantageous
• Knowledge of detailed road drainage design and multi-disciplinary interfaces - advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
• Master's degree or equivalent, would be an advantage
• PrEng registration