Engineer - Bridges

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Company Description AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Engineer - Bridges to join our team in our South Africa offices. About Enterprise Capabilities Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes. Start here. Grow here. Job Description AECOM South Africa is looking for bridge engineers for the delivery of diverse local and international bridge projects. Here is what you will do: Design and planning of new bridges, culverts, and other road and rail structures in accordance with TMH7 and other relevant codes; Rehabilitation and upgrading design of existing bridges and drainage structures; Oversee the preparation of construction drawings; Preparation of project specifications and contract documentation; Inspection of bridges and culverts in accordance with TMH19; Applying the AECOM Quality Management System (QMS) in all work; Preparation of design reports. Here’s what we’re looking for: Ability to plan and execute work independently; Ability to meet deadlines; Dedicated to deliver correct and accurate work; Good communication skills. Minimum four years’ experience (including appropriate site experience); Experience in the design of bridges and other civil structures; Experience in the inspection of bridges and culverts; Experience with international regulations and standards (i.e AASTHO; AREMA, Aus-Codes; BS, etc.) will be a benefit Proficiency in structural design software (Midas, Sofistik, RM Bridge, CSiBridge) will be a benefit; Experience working in the North America region and Australia will be considered favourably. Qualifications Degree in Civil Engineering; Postgraduate studies in structural and/or bridge engineering will be a benefit; Accreditation as a Bridge or Culvert Inspector will be a benefit. Additional Information At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week. 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. 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.