Water/Wastewater Engineer

Job Description

AECOM Edmonton is seeking a motivated and skilled Intermediate Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our Water Infrastructure team. In this role, you will work alongside senior engineers, EITs, technologists, CAD designers, and project managers to deliver high-quality and technically challenging process design projects within the water and wastewater treatment and conveyance sector.

You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other disciplines, including civil, electrical, and mechanical, on multi-disciplinary projects.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Demonstrate sound judgment, creativity, and foresight in addressing technical and client challenges while organizing and delivering engineering projects.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and clients.
• Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete project assignments.
• Perform preliminary and detailed engineering design, including technical reports and memoranda.
• Prepare engineering drawings, sketches, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Complete technical calculations and analyses to support design decisions.
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation.
• Review quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for completeness and accuracy.
• Support delivery of municipal infrastructure projects, primarily in water and wastewater sectors.
• Provide construction administration and field services, including reviewing construction progress.
• Coordinate work across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and industry engagement.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Process)
• 4+ years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in the municipal water/wastewater industry.
• Willing to travel to and visit active construction sites, providing field review services
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA in the province of Alberta (or eligible to become registered within 6 months).

Preferred Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience within municipal water/wastewater industry.
• Familiarity with industry standards and strong working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment design and engineering.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with water/wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and water conveyance.
• Good working knowledge of industry standard and local municipal standards and guidelines.
• Strong skills in communication and technical writing.
• Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license and access to a vehicle

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.