Water Resources Engineer

AECOM is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing team in Denver this role you will support and lead a variety of water resources projects across mining industrial municipal and infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will contribute to the planning analysis design and delivery of innovative water management solutions including hydrologic and hydraulic studies mine water management systems stormwater infrastructure water balance evaluations and permitting support. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex mining projects throughout North America while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for mining infrastructure and water resources projects.
• Develop site water balance models stormwater management plans and surface water diversion designs.
• Support mine water management projects including dewatering systems tailings facility water management contact water controls and closure planning.
• Conduct flood assessments drainage studies and watershed evaluations.
• Prepare technical reports engineering calculations specifications and design documents.
• Collaborate with geotechnical civil environmental and mining engineers to develop integrated project solutions.
• Support environmental permitting efforts related to water resources and mining developments.
• Participate in client meetings project planning activities and business development initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Support construction-phase services including design reviews site inspections and field investigations.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Water Resources Engineering Environmental Engineering or related discipline and 4 years of professional water resources engineering experience including experience supporting mining projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in water resources engineering with significant involvement in mining-related water management projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-HMS GoldSim PCSWMM Civil3D or similar tools.
• Experience supporting mine permitting closure planning and environmental compliance efforts.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing client relationships.
• Experience working on large-scale mining industrial or infrastructure projects throughout North America.

Additional Information :

• This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time