Sediment Management Engineer

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Sediment Management Engineer to join our Remediation Business Line. The selected candidate will have experience in environmental and civil engineering involving sediment management. This role is ideal for an engineer who has foundational experience in sediment dredging projects and is looking to further develop their technical design and project management skills.

The ideal candidate will assist in site investigations, dredging design, and implementation in support of sediment management projects in aquatic and terrestrial environments. Preferred candidates will have experience using Autodesk Civil 3D to support dredging and sediment remediation designs, including the development of existing and proposed surfaces, cut/fill volume calculations, and grading plans. Experience with CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act) projects is desirable.

As a Sediment Management Engineer, you will work closely with senior engineers and project managers to support the successful completion of remediation projects. You will gain valuable experience and training while contributing to site investigations, design efforts, and remediation implementation for sediment contamination projects under CERCLA and other regulatory frameworks. 

 

This position is preferably based in Boston, MA and involves in-office or hybrid work.

 

The job responsibilities for the position will include but are not limited to:

 

• Sediment Site Investigations: Assist in conducting sediment site investigations, including field data collection (sediment sampling), and other evaluations. Help interpret data and contribute to the preparation of technical reports outlining findings.
• Remedial Design Support: Support the development of sediment remediation plans under the guidance of senior engineers. Assist in designing remediation strategies such as dredging, capping, in-situ treatment, and stabilization for contaminated sediment sites. Experience in preparation of technical specifications and cost estimating is a plus.
• Regulatory Compliance & Documentation: Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documents required for regulatory compliance and permitting. Ensure that remedial designs and activities comply with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Project Coordination & Fieldwork Support: Help coordinate fieldwork and other project activities to support sediment remediation efforts. Assist in scheduling, planning, and tracking project progress to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Client & Stakeholder Interaction: Provide updates to clients and regulatory agencies regarding project status. Assist in addressing client questions and coordinating regulatory approvals and permits as needed.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Support the development and implementation of Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) for field projects. Ensure all field activities comply with health and safety standards and best practices.
• Post-Remediation Monitoring: Assist with post-remediation site monitoring, including collecting data and preparing monitoring reports to assess the effectiveness of remediation measures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or related field + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience in sediment management or related projects
• Knowledge of common sediment remediation technologies (e.g., dredging, capping, in-situ treatments) and environmental monitoring techniques
• Basic understanding of sediment dredging equipment and operations
• Valid U.S Driver's License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
• 5+ years of managing and maintaining sediment materials and tools
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work within project constraints
• Solid verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, ensuring project requirements are communicated clearly
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Professional Engineer (PE) or related certifications (or ability to obtain license within one year).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or related project management certification
• HAZWOPER (40-hour) certification or similar health and safety training
• Understanding of sediment site investigations and remedial design along with sediment remediation projects in river, lake, marine, or terrestrial environments
• Knowledge of traditional and innovative sediment remediation technologies
• Experience supporting regulatory compliance efforts, including permit applications and report preparation along with sediment sampling, field data collection, or laboratory analysis
• Knowledge of basic environmental modeling or project management software

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

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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