✦ Luna Orbit — Engineering (Non-Software)

Senior Structural Design Engineer - Part Time

at AECOM

📍 New Orleans, LA Remote Posted March 11, 2026
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Position Details

Type Not Specified
Experience mid
Exp. Years 8+ years
Education Bachelor's degree + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency
Category Engineering (Non-Software)

About this role

This role involves leading water resources structural engineering projects, including design, review, and compliance with standards, primarily in a remote setting based in New Orleans.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead structural projects
  • Review designs and specifications
  • Manage project coordination
  • Ensure compliance with codes
  • Perform site assessments

Technical Overview

Focuses on structural design for hydraulic and water conveyance projects, utilizing standards like ACI, ASIC, ASCE, and USACE manuals, with responsibilities spanning proposal, design, and site assessments.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior structural engineer with extensive water resources project experience, proficient in design, standards, and project management. They possess strong technical and communication skills, capable of leading complex infrastructure projects.

Must-Have Skills

Structural engineering experienceWater-related project expertiseDesign and review of structural projectsKnowledge of applicable codes and standards

Nice-to-Have Skills

Project management skillsProposal and report writingSite visit experienceExperience with USACE standards

Tools & Platforms

Design softwareStructural analysis toolsUSACE Engineering Manuals

Required Skills

Structural DesignWater Resources EngineeringProject ManagementDesign SpecificationsCodes and StandardsSite AssessmentsHydraulic StructuresProposal PreparationTechnical Report WritingStructural Analysis

Hard Skills

Structural DesignWater Resources EngineeringProject ManagementDesign SpecificationsCodes and StandardsSite AssessmentsHydraulic StructuresProposal PreparationTechnical Report WritingStructural AnalysisUSACE Engineering ManualsACIASICASCEAASHTO

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationTeam CoordinationProblem-solvingProject LeadershipAttention to DetailCollaborationAdaptability

Certifications

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) licenseStructural Engineering Certification

Industry & Role

Industry Water Resources / Infrastructure / Engineering
Job Function Senior structural engineering for water resources projects

Keywords for Your Resume

Structural Design EngineerWater ResourcesHydraulic StructuresDesign SpecificationsCodes and StandardsUSACE Engineering ManualsACIASICASCEAASHTOSite AssessmentsTechnical Report WritingStructural AnalysisProject ManagementProposal PreparationWater-related projectsStructural analysisProject managementSite assessmentsTechnical report writing

Deal Breakers

Lack of structural engineering experience, No water resources project background, Inability to work remotely, No familiarity with USACE standards

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