Water/Wastewater Engineer

Job Description

At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables communities to thrive and ecosystems to flourish, contributing to a resilient future. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we are at the forefront of significant water projects, with over 6,000 of the water industry’s best minds driving innovation and technical excellence. Together, we develop solutions that are not only best in the world, but best for the world.

For decades AECOM has been providing water system services throughout Canada with a focus on emerging technology and innovation. With an acceleration in infrastructure investment, your bold ideas and global expertise have never been more crucial. Join our dynamic team, where innovation, career growth, and collaboration are celebrated. Enjoy the freedom to grow with customizable career paths, water-specific technical and professional development and the potential to contribute to transformational projects worldwide.

We specialize in advanced wastewater treatment solutions, offering everything from primary treatment to complex, advanced systems, including enhanced nutrient removal and advanced biosolids processes. Our focus on energy efficiency not only lowers costs but also improves services for our clients. Join us in delivering sustainable wastewater management, integrating your innovative ideas into projects that make an impact.

The Opportunity

As a part of our continued growth, AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly highly talented Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our treatment plants team.

The candidate for this position will work on municipal water/wastewater treatment, pump station and related infrastructure projects in all phases from planning and feasibility to detailed design, construction, and commissioning.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Demonstrates creativity, foresight and mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual project delivery, technical and client challenges, determining technical objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guides for technical activities and applications.
• Work successfully within a team environment and communicate effectively with other project team members and customers
• Perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out engineering tasks.
• Undertake preliminary and detailed engineering design activities.
• Exercise judgement limited to developing details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Develop engineering designs, sketches, diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Complete technical calculations to support design decisions
• Prepare of technical reports and plans
• Prepare technical reports and analysis to support project assignments.
• Review of quantity and cost estimates for completeness and accuracy
• Support in the delivery of infrastructure to customers mostly within the municipal water, and wastewater sectors
• Provide construction administration and construction field services, including reviewing and approving construction progress in the field
• Coordinate the work of a mulit-discipline team of engineers
• Pursue and deliver new water/wastewater projects with private and municipal clients
• Actively engage in professional development and industry events

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Process)
• 6+ years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in the municipal water/wastewater industry·
• Familiarity with industry standards and strong working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment design and engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in the province of BC (or eligible to become registered within 12 months)

Preferred Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills
• Motivated, team player, independent, organized with strong business acumen
• Experience working in the consulting industry and with project management concepts, principles, and duties
• Proven ability to write winning proposals and obtain new work
• Good working knowledge of industry standard and local municipal standards and guidelines are considered an asset
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient using common software packages (Excel, Word, MS Project, PowerPoint)
• Willing to travel to and visit active construction sites, providing field review services
• Class 5 BC Driver’s license in good standing

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization 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 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.