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Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer

AECOM

Newark, DE · HybridJob$69–85K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$69–85K/yr
Location
Newark, DEHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

AECOM seeks an Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer for its Transportation & Water Resources group, with offices listed in Newark, Philadelphia, Conshohocken, and Pittsburgh. The role is expected to begin by May 2027. The engineer will develop design and analytical skills while supporting engineering work under experienced supervision, including data analysis, design calculations, drawings, and software-based problem solving.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeAutoCADMicroStationCivil 3DOpenRoadsHydroCADHEC-RAS

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or EquivalentFundamentals of Engineering ExamEngineering Firm, Contractor, or DOT 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 seeking a creative and highly talented Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer to join AECOM Transportation & Water Resources group located in AECOM’s Newark, DE, Philadelphia, PA, Conshohocken, or Pittsburgh, PA offices.

This position is expected to begin by May 2027 .

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Builds analytic and design skills.

  • Conducts engineering design under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

  • Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

  • Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

  • Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.

  • Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • BA/BS in Civil Engineering or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Very Familiar with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam or ability to take in the next 6 months.

  • Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other civil engineering-related software (Civil 3D, OpenRoads, HydroCad, HecRas).

  • Previous work experience or internship with engineering firms, contractors, or DOTs involved in highway design, construction, management, or other transportation-related projects.

Additional Information

Additional information

  • Relocation is not available for this position.

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

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $69000 to $85000.

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: J10162972

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 69000 - USD 85000 - yearly

How this job compares

Set against the 5,080 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$69–85K/yr
  • Delaware median$91–150K/yr22 salary ranges
  • US median$91–143K/yr2,816 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $77K, is 39% below the Delaware median midpoint ($125K) — in the lowest quarter of Civil Engineer salary ranges in Delaware.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 27 open Civil Engineer jobs in Delaware and 5,080 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Delaware
Experience
Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (4,107 postings).
Education
3,884 of the 5,080 open Civil Engineer jobs (76%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 2, 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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