Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Structural Engineer - Remote (US)
at AECOM
🏢 About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering sustainable legacies through innovative solutions. Working here means contributing to large-scale projects that shape communities and the environment, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and technical excellence.
About This Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll lead structural design for electrical substations and switchyards, ensuring reliability and safety. Your work directly supports critical power infrastructure, impacting energy distribution and sustainability.
💡 A Day in the Life
Start with checking emails and project updates, then review structural models and calculations for a substation design. Collaborate with electrical engineers via video call to resolve interface issues, and later mentor a junior engineer on foundation design. End the day by updating project schedules and preparing a technical report.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For
- Experienced in substation structural design, including steel and concrete for heavy industrial clients.
- Proficient with analytical modeling software (e.g., STAAD, SAP2000) and engineering calculations.
- Skilled in preparing technical reports, specifications, and contract documents for multi-discipline projects.
- A mentor who can guide junior engineers and contribute to developing department standards.
📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM
Highlight specific substation or electrical infrastructure projects you've led as engineer of record.
Quantify your experience with structural steel and concrete design (e.g., number of projects, load capacities).
Showcase your ability to collaborate with electrical engineers and project managers on complex designs.
Mention any business development experience or strategy contributions in your previous roles.
Tailor your resume to emphasize remote work experience and self-management skills.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Demonstrate your depth in substation design and heavy industrial structural engineering.', 'Emphasize your proficiency in analytical modeling and engineering calculations for steel and concrete.', 'Show your experience in mentoring junior engineers and contributing to standards development.', "Express interest in AECOM's commitment to sustainability and innovative infrastructure solutions."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review AECOM's recent substation or energy projects on their website or in news releases.
- → Understand AECOM's approach to sustainability and how it integrates into infrastructure design.
- → Look into AECOM's remote work culture and tools used for collaboration (e.g., virtual design reviews).
- → Familiarize yourself with AECOM's standards for structural engineering and quality control.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention substation or electrical infrastructure experience.
- Failing to provide specific examples of steel and concrete design calculations or modeling work.
- Not demonstrating remote work readiness or ability to collaborate effectively with distributed teams.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!