Water Process Designer

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.

AECOM is seeking a Water Process Designer. This is a newly created position that can be based in either our Markham or Mississauga, Ontario locations.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide and support multiple project functions related to project design, project delivery, project management and controls, coordination, multi-disciplinary design, and construction management to meet the Client’s and AECOM’s overall goals on multi-disciplinary projects
• Prepare process design calculations, including equipment sizing and selection, process calculations, engineering design reports and memoranda, facility manuals, permitting and approvals, specification writing, Process Control Narrative development, cost estimating, etc.
• Perform treatment studies, optimization studies, bench scale testing, pilot testing and full-scale testing activities
• Effectively maintain and develop a healthy client relationship throughout the project execution and project close-out
• Be a part of the team environment that supports AECOM’s Client focus, where employees meet the expectations, requirements, and agreements of our clients.
• Develop detailed work breakdown structures, schedules and project execution plan from preliminary design to contract administration
• Support planning and preparation of accurate fee estimates to complete projects as well as baseline cash and financial performance indicators for project control
• Perform construction inspection and contract administration duties
• Proactively resolve performance, scope, cost and schedule issues
• Prepare and/or support with proposal capture plans and proposal documents
• Perform business development activities, including seeking out new opportunities and enhancing existing projects
• Support and lead design meetings and workshops and decision making with Clients and interdisciplinary design team members
• Ensure compliance with AECOM’s and the Client’s quality policies and procedures
• Consistently deliver on each project to achieve top-tier industry benchmarks for quality, overall project delivery and project financials.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Environmental, Civil Engineering, or other related field.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience on municipal drinking water related projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience.
• Ability to commute to projects sites in the GTA area

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical, Environmental, or Civil Engineering or a related field.
• P.Eng or ability to become registered within the next 6-12 months
• Proficient in common desktop packages, i.e. Word, Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Motivated, team player, independent, and organized with strong business acumen.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience on municipal drinking water related projects.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $85000 to $95000.

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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

ReqID: J10152632

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 85000 - CAD 95000 - yearly