Junior Engineer, Civil

About Aecon

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon safely and sustainably builds what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects in transportation and energy, partnering each day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

• Safety – Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it.
• Integrity – We lead by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability – We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion – We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure for tomorrow. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure that lasts generations.

In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc.; the United team continues to operate as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company.

United Engineers and Constructors, an Aecon Company, is seeking Civil Engineering graduates to join our Aecon engineering teams in our Charlotte, NC and Mt. Laurel, NJ offices. The successful candidate will work with our experienced engineers designing and modifying nuclear and conventional generation power plants.

• Under the direction of an experienced engineer, develop new structural designs and plant modification packages.
• Assist with structural engineering assignments limited to moderate complexity.
• Perform structural design calculations.
• Develop structural design and modification drawings, and specifications.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from a 4‑year ABET‑accredited college or university.
• Completed coursework in structural steel and reinforced concrete design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with graphical design software such as Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Ability to prepare documents and presentations using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Take ownership of engineering work performed on a project.
• Experience working with others in a Project Team environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Field experience is a plus, along with the ability to perform site walk‑downs.

• Internship or work‑study experience related to civil or structural engineering.
• EIT/FE Certification with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Experience with Autodesk Plant3D design software.
• Previous experience with an engineering firm in the power or heavy industrial industry.
• Hands‑on construction experience or site monitoring.

Due to the nature of work that United performs, candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations.

Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

• Internship

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Construction

• Charlotte, NC
• Mt. Laurel, NJ