Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA

Location: Hunt Valley, MD, us Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Arlington on November 18-19, 2026. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2027.

The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Thursday, interviews will take place at our Arlington office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join our AECOM Transportation Department in our Hunt Valley, MD office.  AECOM is searching for candidates that can be creative and impactful on a wide range of transportation projects.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to also work on projects nationally and internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

As an Entry-Level Structural Engineer, you will work with multi-discipline project teams in developing a range of engineering solutions from initial concepts to detailed design development and through construction. This is a diverse role that will involve your contributions and insight into the effective delivery of the department’s current and future portfolio of projects.

This role is expected to start Summer 2027.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to

Performing assignments related to the design, analysis, rehabilitation and inspection of highway bridges and ancillary structures.

Preparing engineering related calculations and developing drawings and visual aids

Performing condition inspections of highway or other structures in a variety of environments including confined spaces and at height (proper training and personal protection equipment will be provided)

Working under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Due to the nature of the work US citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

0-2 years of experience

Master’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)

Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position including typical office applications (Word, Excel, etc.) and drafting or modeling applications (MicroStation, AutoCad, etc.)

Proficiency in Steel and Concrete Design and Analysis

Ability to perform field work (bridge inspections, drilling inspections)

Good communication skills, including aptitude for technical report writing

Flexibility to occasionally work alternate schedules (nights, weekends and holidays) and short-notice work assignments depending on project needs

Knowledge of Geotechnical Engineering (soils, foundations, etc.)

Additional Information

Relocation assistance 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.

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.

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