Job 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 Water is seeking an Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer to be based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge technology, learn industry best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a globally recognized firm. The program fosters both technical and professional skill development while providing networking opportunities that can enhance future career prospects. Additionally, AECOM’s dedication to innovation and sustainability enables interns to contribute to meaningful projects that help shape communities and the built environment.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provides technical support for a variety of utility design related projects, including treatment plants, pump/booster stations, water line and collection line design, rehabilitation, master planning, and construction administration.
• Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings.
• Work under supervision of a senior project manager in the water/wastewater/water resources practice or senior level team members.
• Utilize basic engineering principles, judgement, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems.
• Work on routine or detailed engineering assignments involving calculations and engineering analyses.
• Perform work with little supervision.
• Propose approaches to solve new problems.
• Identify discrepancies in outcomes, results, and analysis of engineering tasks.
• Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Record field data using tablets and GPS units.
• Record and interpret data, conduct analyses, prepare reports, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Perform data gathering site visits, field measurements, mapping, and observations during construction.
• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Software use includes, but is not limited to: AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, Bentley and/or hydraulic modeling packages.
• Inspect construction crews’ work to ensure compliance with the contract documents plans, including and specifications on active construction contracts
• Identify and inform the project manager or Lead Inspector of observed problems
• Work with supervisor to address public and contractor questions
• Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering + none or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• A valid U.S. Driver’s License is required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred

Qualifications

• Progressive experience with water/wastewater utility planning, modeling, condition assessment, and design.
• Basic knowledge of industry-standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and Hydrologic/Hydraulic models, Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated time management skills, work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with contractors technicians, designers, engineers, and project managers for the preparation of high-quality work products.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public as may be necessary to accomplish assigned objectives.
• Ability to work productively in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate growth potential as well as a desire to learn.
• Detail-oriented while still able to understand/comply with the big picture/goals of a project.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Flexible – can adapt to shifting priorities/work schedules.
• Able to work independently.
• Self-learner.
• Can take direction from others and in turn can guide others.

Additional Information

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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. 

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Internship, Local area, Worldwide, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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