Technical Leader – Hydraulic Structures

AECOM

. Serve as AECOM's senior corporate authority for hydraulic engineering, pumping system intakes, and related infrastructure systems .

Posted 9/15/2026part-timeRemote • Columbia • New Mexico • United StatesSenior💰 $90 - $110 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in hydraulic engineering and pumping systems, with a strong focus on technical leadership, project management, and client engagement. Proven ability to develop technical standards and guidance while mentoring professionals and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

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Hydraulic EngineeringPumping System IntakesLicensed Professional Engineer (PE)Complex Hydraulic AnalysesTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Water Conveyance InfrastructurePhysical Hydraulic ModelingForensic EvaluationsRisk Mitigation StudiesTechnical Standards Development

Soft Skills

Communication of Technical ConceptsMentoringCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer Licensure

Industry Keywords

AWWA StandardsUSBR GuidanceUSACE GuidanceHI StandardsWater Academy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as AECOM's senior corporate authority for hydraulic engineering, pumping system intakes, and related infrastructure systems
Provide technical leadership and advisory support on complex, high-profile projects across AECOM's global water practice
Lead independent technical reviews and participate in executive-level quality assurance and technical governance programs
Advise on planning, design, rehabilitation, and optimization of water, wastewater, stormwater, hydroelectric, industrial, and conveyance infrastructure systems
Chair or serve on Corporate Technical Review Committees
Support major pursuits and strategic growth initiatives through technical approaches, client presentations, interviews, and proposal development
Represent AECOM with clients, industry organizations, regulatory agencies, academic institutions, and professional societies
Develop guidance documents, design practices, technical standards, and innovation initiatives
Participate in AECOM’s Water Academy program for Pumping Systems
Participate in forensic evaluations, troubleshooting, peer reviews, and risk mitigation studies
Mentor technical leaders, project managers, and design professionals
Foster collaboration between AECOM technical practices and support investments in emerging technologies and research
Publish technical papers and present at conferences
Maintain engagement and leadership within standards organizations and industry committees
Travel to project sites and AECOM offices as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field + 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Progressively responsible experience in hydraulic engineering, pumping system intakes and water conveyance infrastructure
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with ability to obtain Professional Engineer licensure in additional jurisdictions through comity/reciprocity
Demonstrated recognition as a national or international technical authority within the hydraulic engineering profession
Strong understanding of HI standards, AWWA standards, USBR guidance, USACE guidance, and related industry best practices
Extensive experience leading complex hydraulic analyses and physical hydraulic modeling studies
Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to clients, executive leadership, and multidisciplinary teams
Master's Degree or Ph.D. in a related engineering field preferred
15+ years of progressively responsible experience preferred
20+ years of overall industry experience preferred
Internationally recognized subject matter specialist in hydraulic engineering and pumping systems preferred
Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Award-winning training and development programs
Remote and hybrid work arrangements