Siting and Routing Specialist

Company Description

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Job Description

Siting and Routing Specialist: AECOM is seeking an experienced Transmission Siting and Routing Specialist for immediate employment in one of our Mid-Atlantic offices, including the Greater Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, or Arlington/DC Metro areas. Other locations may also be considered. Hybrid/teleworking opportunities are available as part of AECOM’s Freedom to Grow initiative.

 At AECOM, we are committed to delivering a better world. We believe that infrastructure creates opportunities for everyone. Whether it’s improving communities, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. As one global team of 47,000 professionals, we are driven by a shared purpose: to deliver a better world.

The Siting and Routing Specialist will join an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment within AECOM’s Mid-Atlantic Environmental Planning and Permitting (EPP) department. This role involves performing siting and routing studies for linear projects, transmission line and substation routing and siting alternatives development and/or siting for new oil and gas lines and transfer stations. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in these areas through GIS-based skills, siting and routing experience, technical writing and data analysis, and other demonstrated experience.

 Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct and lead siting and routing studies through development of potential routing and siting options within a geodatabase and ArcPro or other ESRI based GIS platforms.  Experience in performing routing and siting should be demonstrated during the interview.
•  Support siting and routing studies by developing quantitative and qualitative outputs and metrics, mapping packages, technical siting study report writing, and completing environmental impact assessments.
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• Perform desktop environmental data inventory collection, data review, routing and siting analysis, and environmental impact assessments.
• Participate in and lead client meetings, site walkdowns, assist in preparing for public meetings, and public utility commission filings for each project.
• Assist with technical reviews and quality reviews of work completed by other staff and collaborate with other team members throughout the project to succeed in meeting important client driven deadlines.
•  Ability to work as a technical specialist as part of a larger team or work independently based on project needs.
• Assist with technical reviews and quality reviews of work completed by other staff and collaborate with other team members throughout the project to succeed in meeting important client driven deadlines.
• Assist AECOM Senior Project Managers and AECOM Leadership with business development activities, proposals and qualifications packages and client development.
• Work may require extended hours, evening hours, and/or overnight travel.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS  in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Studies, Geography/Regional Planning, or another related field + 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education.
• Siting and routing experience required.
• Due to other nature of work, US Citizenship is required
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of direct siting, routing development experience, technical writing, data analysis, ESRI GIS experience directly related to transmission siting and routing studies, permitting and environmental impact assessment experience, and/or team leadership.
• Assist with technical reviews and quality reviews of work completed by other staff and collaborate with other team members throughout the project to succeed in meeting important client driven deadlines.
• Experience in the Mid-Atlantic region (PA, NJ, DE, MD, VA, WV, OH, IN, IL, KY; other state experiences will be considered).
• Exhibit an in-depth working knowledge of the overall utility siting and routing processes, public utility regulations and application processes, and a working understanding of the desktop and field review processes which contribute to the siting and routing studies.
• Technical writing experience specifically in authoring Siting and Routing reports.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, demanding consulting environment and holds a high degree of self-motivation and team leadership skills.

Additional Information

• The position requires client travel and/or fieldwork, and the candidate must be able to travel (including overnight).
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.