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Principal Engineer – Stormwater Jobs in Centurion, South Africa at AECOM

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Job Description

Here is what you will be doing:

As a Principal Engineer in our Water Resources team in Centurion, you will provide specialist stormwater drainage design and analysis for a broad range of roads and rail infrastructure, primarily serving Australia and New Zealand, while supporting other geographies as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Technical delivery of drainage designs, stormwater management plans, and hydraulic assessments for major infrastructure projects

  • Providing expert input into hydrologic and hydraulic analysis using 12D and DRAINS.

  • Developing practical and innovative solutions to complex drainage, flooding, and water quality challenges

  • Reviewing and approving engineering designs, models, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance

  • Supporting project teams through technical guidance, mentoring, and quality assurance

  • Engaging with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to provide trusted technical advice and contribute to winning work

  • Ensuring alignment with Australian standards and guidelines

  • Contributing to technical excellence initiatives and staying current with emerging tools, methodologies, and regulatory changes.

  • Coaching and mentoring younger engineers.

  • Qualifications

    Here is what we are looking for:

  • 12 to 18 years’ experience in a similar role – essential

  • Proven experience delivering complex drainage projects using 12D software

  • Demonstrated experience in drainage design, including open channel and piped systems, culverts, and stormwater management for roads, rail, and major civil works

  • Strong knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, water quality, and stormwater management practices

  • Demonstrated experience with a combination of relevant software such as 12D, DRAINS, and/or similar tools

  • Good working knowledge of the relevant Australian Standards and guidelines

  • Experience in contributing to proposals and supporting work-winning within a consultancy environment

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and provide technical oversight and quality assurance

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or equivalent.

  • Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer.

  • Additional Information

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    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.

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    Title: Principal Engineer – Stormwater

    Company: AECOM

    Location: Centurion, South Africa

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