JobsUSADeputy Planning and Engineering Director
Company : AECOM
Location : Sacramento, CA, 95828
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Full Time
Category : Management
Occupation : Director
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Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Deputy Planning and Engineering Director to work out of our Sacramento Office .
JOB SUMMARY:
This role will support planning, sustainability, environmental, and engineering efforts from project conception through construction. Oversees design document consistency and compliance, advises on environmental strategy, and ensures regulatory adherence. Collaborates with Construction and Rail Operations on systems policies, station design, and alignments.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate with the Authority, Design Builder, PCM teams, and third-party utilities or railroads, attend meetings, review project documents, report on discovered utility/railroad issues
- Report on discovered utility/railroad issues and participate in issue resolution
- Prepare status reports, maintain tracking log for issues and resolutions
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership.
- Master’s degree in engineering, transportation, or related discipline
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with high-speed rail projects in a senior leadership capacity
- Familiarity with advanced rail maintenance technologies and sustainable design practices
- Experience working in multidisciplinary, multi-stakeholder project environments
- Proven expertise in planning and managing large-scale rail maintenance facilities
- Strong understanding of rail vehicle servicing operations and requirements
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, including FRA and California requirements
- Ability to prepare comprehensive technical documents and plans
- Excellent communication, leadership, and project coordination skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Sponsorship is available for this role
- Travel may be required for this role
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 2024. 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.
ReqID: J
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
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