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Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer

AECOM

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Compensation
$65–80K/yr
Location
North Charleston, SC
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degreeValid US Driver's License

Job overview

AECOM is hiring an Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer for its North Charleston office, with an immediate expected start. Working under a Professional Engineer, the role supports water and wastewater infrastructure projects through evaluation, modeling, design, drafting, permitting, and construction support. The position requires a civil engineering degree, field work, frequent travel, and collaboration with engineers and other professionals.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelWordPowerPointAutoCADField WorkTeamworkIndependent WorkVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInterpersonal CommunicationWater Distribution ModelingPump Station DesignSewer Collection System Design

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil EngineeringLift and Carry 50+ PoundsValid US Driver's LicenseEIT or FE6 Months Technical Work Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is hiring for an Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer in our North Charleston, SC office.

This position is expected to start immediately.

Under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer, responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Pump station evaluation and design.

  • Water distribution system hydraulic modeling, analysis, and design.

  • Sewer collection system evaluation and design

  • Assist with plans, specifications, and permitting

  • Perform civil engineering modeling, design, and drafting work for engineers and project managers

  • Assist with preparing/reviewing cost estimates, job budgets and schedules

  • Support preparation of final plans, reports, and calculations

  • Coordinate work with other engineers and multi-discipline professionals

  • Document project information, author reports and other necessary correspondence for the project files

  • Troubleshoots project related problems and provides engineering support

  • Assist with resolution of construction issues and conducting site observations

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution

  • Proficient with MS Office Suite – specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint

  • Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as AutoCAD)

  • Must be able to conduct field work, tolerate variable environmental conditions, walk on uneven surfaces, and lift and carry at least 50 pounds.

  • Valid US Driver’s License and must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.

  • Must be able to work collaboratively in teams and independently when necessary

  • Must have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)

  • Minimum 6 months technical work experience in civil engineering or related field (e.g. summer internships, Co-Op)

Additional Information

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

  • Frequent travel is a requirement of this role.

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.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $65000 to $80000.

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.

ReqID: J10162818

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: On-Site

Compensation: USD 65000 - USD 80000 - yearly

How this job compares

Set against the 5,086 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$65–80K/yr
  • South Carolina median$91–135K/yr39 salary ranges
  • US median$91–145K/yr2,779 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $73K, is 37% below the South Carolina median midpoint ($115K) — in the lowest quarter of Civil Engineer salary ranges in South Carolina.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 75 open Civil Engineer jobs in South Carolina and 5,086 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in South Carolina
Experience
Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (4,139 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,962 of the 5,086 open Civil Engineer jobs (78%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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