Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Philadelphia

About the Role

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Philadelphia on October 7–8, 2026, for career opportunities beginning Spring/Summer 2027. The event kicks off Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6–8 pm, featuring conversations with AECOM staff about projects, career paths, and the company, plus a chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals across business lines. On Thursday, interviews will be held at the Philadelphia office.

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join the AECOM team in the Conshohocken, PA office. This role is expected to start in Spring/Summer 2027. Entry-level technical new hires are eligible to participate in AECOM's Graduate Development Program (GDP), designed to support assimilation into the organization, help with technical development planning toward licensure (or other early technical milestones), and create a foundation of knowledge for future career success.

The team's work includes the design of steel and concrete bridges and other transportation structures, such as walls and sign structures, that are critical to the nation's transportation network and vital to local communities. Projects include pedestrian, vehicular, light-rail transit, freight rail, and movable bridges. Structural Engineers also perform evaluation and design for the rehabilitation of existing bridges.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks related to the design, analysis, rehabilitation, and inspection of highway bridges and ancillary transportation structures.
• Perform assignments designed to build analytic and design skills and further develop judgment and understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Use computer software as a tool for solving engineering problems.
• Exercise judgment limited to developing work details in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Prepare engineering-related designs, calculations, sketches, visual aids, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Prepare cost estimates and construction schedules under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or other related field.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required for this position.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License and, as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE).
• Capable of using spreadsheet, word processing, and standard office software.
• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include AutoCAD, MicroStation, STAAD, MathCad).
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Previous internship experience.
• Team oriented with strong communication skills.

Additional Details

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available for this position. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. This is a hybrid position; the selected candidate must be able to work on-site in Conshohocken, PA a minimum of two days per week. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of its employees. Depending on 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.

About AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, AECOM solves clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. 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.