Principal Engineer, Structural

Job description

Company Description 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. Job Description • Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team • Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise. • Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high quality cost effective work by others. • Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables. • Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects. • Uses expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of PS&E package. • Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings. • Prepares technical specification sections. • Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements. Qualifications Perform structural analysis, calculations, and create design sketches and drawings that convey the arrangement and design intent for various transportation structures. Conduct engineering assessments and evaluations, both for existing structures and potential structural alternatives, and prepare technical reports to document the findings. Lead, supervise, guide, and mentor a team of engineers and CAD technicians engaged in delivering consultancy services for significant infrastructure and transportation projects in Malaysia and internationally. Engage in communication and collaboration with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory authorities, and other relevant parties to gather design information, present design alternatives, and expedite approvals. Cultivate and nurture client relationships to explore and expand business opportunities. Verify design calculations and review detailed drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance. Deliver projects of exceptional quality, meeting project timelines and budget constraints. Provide technical leadership and foster the development of technical skills and capabilities within the team, particularly in the design of underground structures, major infrastructure, and transportation projects. Enhance the organization's visibility by publishing technical papers and delivering technical presentations at seminars and conferences. As a Chartered civil engineer and technical lead, assume the role of a signing Professional Engineer (PE) for supervised design scopes. Act as the lead verifier for assigned projects Additional Information Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering. Preferably registered as a Professional Engineer with a Practicing Certificate. A cumulative experience of more than 12 years in structural design, particularly in underground, basement, heavy structures, and transportation-related projects. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, superiors, team members, and clients. Technical leadership expertise in soil-structure interaction and deep excavation works. Proven experience in leading teams of engineers and CAD technicians for the successful delivery of major infrastructure, transportation, basement, and underground projects. Prepared to undertake responsibilities for regional projects located outside Malaysia. 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.