Structural Engineering II - Transportation

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AECOM is actively seeking a talented Structural Engineer II for our Transportation business to be based in the Boston, or Chelmsford, MA office.

Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Performs structural design for buildings and transportation structures and prepares related engineering calculations and structural modeling.
• Building types may include but are not limited to commercial buildings, government buildings, rail stations and airport terminals.
• Prepares structural analysis and Revit BIM models for various structures and coordinates with different disciplines 3D models.
• Provides technical or operational guidance to graduate engineers.
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Prepares technical specification sections.
• Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.
• May conduct peer reviews and make technical presentations.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered.
• Coordinates with other in-house engineering disciplines as needed.
• Signs off and approves their own work.
• May telecommute.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field plus 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Previous experience in a professional structural engineering role
• EIT (Engineering in Training) license
• Structural Analysis and modeling software including two or more of the following: ETABS, STAAD, RAM, SAFE, SAP, RISA 3D, Visual Analysis, Perform 3D, and/or Abaqus;
• Structural Drafting experience including AutoCAD, REVIT and MicroStation;

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Structural Design tools including TEDDS, SAP2000, Mathcad, SpecsIntact, spColumn, spBeam, spWall, and/or Enercalc;
• Experience with with current structural engineering code and regulation, including CBC, IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 41, ACI 318, ACI 530, AISC 341, AISC 360, NDS and/or SDPWS;
• Experience with structural building design including high-rise building, historical building retrofit, metal stud construction, steel modular housing, post-tensioned construction, two-stage analysis building, masonry building, and light wood-frame building.

• Sposorship is not available for this role
• Relocation support 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. 

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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. 

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