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About the Role
AECOM is seeking a Maritime Structural Engineering Lead to lead project teams in developing engineering solutions from proposal to construction support. This role involves contributing to the delivery of current projects and bids for new work within an existing team of engineers, supporting a global team of maritime specialists on diverse projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design and delivery of complex structural projects across ports and marine infrastructure, ensuring technical excellence, commercial viability, and alignment with client expectations.
- Act as a key client interface, building trusted relationships, providing strategic engineering advice, and supporting business growth through technical leadership and market insight.
- Oversee multidisciplinary project teams, fostering collaboration to deliver integrated, innovative solutions that meet regulatory requirements, sustainability goals and agreed upon operational criteria.
- Provide strategic technical direction for mentorship and development of engineering talent, promoting a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth within the team.
- Ensure rigorous compliance with local and international maritime codes and standards, while proactively managing risk and safety considerations.
- Champion quality, innovation, and thought leadership, contributing to industry standards through rigorous quality control, publications, and active participation in technical forums and conferences.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field.
- Twelve (12) plus years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education with a strong focus on ports, maritime, and coastal infrastructure projects.
- Professional Engineering licensure in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Master of Science (with Structural Engineering concentration).
- Fifteen (15) plus years of experience as a Structural Engineer with a minimum of ten (10) years of focused experience in ports, marine and waterfront projects.
- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams, managing complex stakeholder environments including port authorities, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal leadership.
- Demonstrated technical expertise in the design and delivery of maritime structures, including wharves, jetties, dolphins, seawalls, and marine terminals.
- In-depth knowledge of structural analysis and design tools, with a solid understanding of United States codes, relevant international guidelines and the unique challenges of working in marine and coastal environments.
- Experience with computer analysis and design software such as SAP 2000, RISA 3D, STAAD.Pro, SAFE.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
- Relocation is available for this position.
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
Skills
- Ports
- Maritime
- Coastal infrastructure projects
- Structural analysis
- Structural design
- SAP 2000
- RISA 3D
- STAAD.Pro
- SAFE
Location
- New York, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 12+ years
- 15+ years
- 10+ years focused experience
Education Level
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field
- Master of Science (with Structural Engineering concentration)
Salary/Compensations
- USD 200000 - USD 250000 - yearly
Benefits
- 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
- Employee stock purchase plan
About the Company
- AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
- We are a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, solving 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.
- 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.
Equal 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.