Professional engineer Jobs in Coquitlam, BC

Job Description

AECOM Western Canada is hiring a Multi-discipline Civil/Structural Engineer to support the design and delivery of structures, grading, drainage, utilities, and related civil infrastructure for ports and marine projects. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary projects through various phases of design and construction, working under the guidance of senior engineers and technical specialists.

• Prepare civil/structural design drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation for ports, marine terminals, and waterfront infrastructure projects.

• Support the design and development of technical specifications, design criteria and intent, constructability reviews and staging plans for new and rehab structural projects for ports, marine terminals and waterfront infrastructure projects.

• Prepare and review grading, drainage, site development, foundation, and structural designs for port and terminal facilities.
• Support the design of site grading, stormwater drainage, roads, access areas, and underground utility systems.
• Assist with utility design and coordination, including stormwater, sanitary sewer, water, and other site services.
• Develop civil design models, surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, pipe networks, and quantity calculations using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Support civil/structural design activities from concept development through detailed design and construction.
• Coordinate grading, drainage, and utility designs with existing site conditions and proposed marine, structural, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental works.
• Assist with utility conflict identification, resolution, and coordination with project teams and relevant stakeholders.

• Develop and review detailed structural and civil models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Delivering the analysis, development, and implementation of structural designs for ports/marine terminal and intermodal facilities projects involving conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs.
• Supporting structural assessments including, condition, load capacity, service life, rehabilitation and functional needs, life cycle costing, and renewal options analysis including having the ability to travel province wide to assess ports/marine infrastructure.

• Apply applicable Canadian codes, standards, municipal requirements, and project specifications including relevant port, marine, seismic and structural design requirements under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Work with project managers, engineers, designers, and other project team members to produce accurate and technically sound deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, risk evaluations, and project coordination meetings.
• Maintain deliverable registers, revision control, and quality documentation for assigned work.
• Address review comments and incorporate feedback into drawings, calculations, and other technical deliverables.
• Support site investigations, construction activities, and field reviews as required.

• Providing engineering services during construction and project close out with record drawings.
• Providing field reviews and/or coordinate site construction activities ensuring compliance with construction contract documents and design intents.
• Implementing corporate policies related to quality management, risk assessment and sustainable legacies while supporting AECOM’s vision, values, and key business development priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering plus a minimum of two years of relevant civil/structural engineering experience.
• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer with the applicable provincial engineering association, or eligible for registration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ideally two years of experience preparing civil/structural engineering drawings, calculations, models, and/or technical documentation.

• Experience or exposure related to ports, marine terminals, waterfront facilities, industrial sites, heavy civil infrastructure, or similar projects.

• Experience supporting engineering projects through detailed design or construction support activities.

• Experience designing site grading, drainage, roads, and underground utilities.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D, including surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, and pipe networks.

Working knowledge of Mathcad, Bluebeam Revu and MS Office software

Experience with structural analysis software including SAP2000, LPILE would be considered an asset

• Experience with stormwater management calculations and drainage design.

• Experience with utility coordination and conflict identification.

• Experience with Revit or Navisworks for multidisciplinary design coordination would be considered an asset.

• Familiarity with applicable Canadian civil/structural engineering codes, standards, and municipal requirements.

• Ability to complete assigned technical tasks with guidance and manage priorities and deadlines.

• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality engineering documentation and designs.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.

• High attention to technical accuracy and quality.

• Team-oriented, with a positive contribution to team culture.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization 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.

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 2025. 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.