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.

AECOM US+LATAM Energy practice is expanding our operations leadership team and is seeking candidates to lead our Engineering teams in our Industrial and Generation department.  This leadership role will be responsible for: overseeing and developing the department’s engineering capabilities in alignment with business needs, serving as the key liaison between the technical and business development activities, and providing strategic vision to improve the I&G department’s technical resources by identifying strategic hires and implementing continuous improvement techniques to increase efficient execution of work assignments in accordance with AECOM Quality and Safety standards.   

Responsibilities of the role includes, but not limited to:

• Business Planning/Budgeting
• Provides input to I&G Director for annual budgets and business planning, staff utilization, department resource needs (hardware/software needs, strategic investments) and other anticipated indirect expenses (training, seminars, conference attendance)
• Works with Team Leaders and I&G Leadership to anticipate future resource and staff needs to optimize the department staff utilization, including incorporation of value Engineering Centers in project staff planning
• Financial Management
• Works in collaboration with stakeholders (typically Capture Manager, Team Leads and I&G Leadership) to review and approve labor cost estimates
• Establishes and Manages indirect costs associated with I&G Technical department.
• Resource Management
• Work with Team Leaders to identify and provide resources for respective teams
• Supports Team Leaders in acquiring and managing assets (hardware, software, field equipment, etc.)
• Supports Team Leaders in hiring and retaining staff
• Works with Capture Manager when needed to develop competitive staffing plans in support of proposed projects, maximizing use of value Engineering Centers when possible
• Works with Team Leaders and Project Managers to ensure appropriate staffing plans and resources are in place for support of projects
• Develops, maintains and reports to I&G Leadership staffing/utilization trends and forecast as part of proactive resource management
• Assists Team Leaders in interfacing with Human Resources to resolve conflicts on performance or resource related issues and implementing any required disciplinary actions
• Career Development
• Trains and mentors Team Leaders and staff
• Conducts performance reviews of Team Leaders
• Works with Team Leaders to build team member confidence and encouraging “stretch assignments” for a part of staff development.
• Quality Management
• Establishes department standards and work processes consistent with AECOM standards, and ensures implementation
• Leads continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and functionality of department
• Works with Team Leaders to manage Department staff’s compliance with department, business line and corporate work processes
• Ensures project activities are in compliance with accepted engineering practices and in compliance with the applicable States’ Engineering Board rules and guidelines
• Leads post-project benchmarking review to identify and share lessons learned with an aim towards  improving efficiency and consistency in execution for future projects.
• General Management/Administration
• Communicates with staff at team and individual level to ensure corporate, office and department information is known and understood
• Works with Team Leaders to promote and ensure a safe work environment
• Reviews and approves timesheets of Team Leaders

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
• 10 years of relevant engineering experience within industrial, refineries and/or power facilities
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in team supervision
• 7+ years as technical lead on industrial or power generation projects
• Physical design experience for industrial facilities
• Demonstrated experience in planning and coordinating engineering and design for complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and teams
• Demonstrated experience in work process standardization and continuous improvement of engineering work product development
• Demonstrated experience in resource planning (labor forecasting, hiring, staff planning, labor cost estimating)
• Experience in supporting business development activities, including proposal work scope development and contributing in prospective client meetings and presentations when needed
• Passion in developing talented technical teams
• Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish.
• Experience in workshare with international engineering resource centers
• Field construction support and commissioning experience
• Successful experience working in remote and multi-discipline teams
• Expert familiarity with industry codes and standards in their respective discipline
• Familiarity with engineering analysis software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, STAAD, Fathom, Caesar)
• Experience working in collaborative 3D model environments (e.g. Plant 3D, Navisworks) and laser scan data

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role
• Sponsorship is not available for this role

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 2024. 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.