This is a full-time, regular position to assist with comprehensive airport related engineering and design of airport improvement projects and other airport and aviation related projects such as airport layout plans, airport master plans, aviation system plans, and airport environmental assessments at airports ranging from small general aviation to commercial international airports. Work includes design, plan production, AutoCAD Civil 3D design, research, analysis, technical writing, public involvement assistance, and associated design services primarily for airport projects, but sometimes also for other transportation and community planning and design projects. All airport design and planning efforts must be completed in accordance with applicable FAA regulations, requirements, orders, and advisory circulars.
Job Responsibilities and DutiesTo be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Software Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Basic Market Sector Software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, AviPlan, FAARFIELD 2.0, ADIP/AGIS preferred) - Basic Technical Expertise Basic understanding of technical fundamentals Performs basic technical tasks with oversight from others Motivated to learn new technical skills through self-study and mentoring TeamworkTeam player who mostly functions in a supporting role in a project team setting. Collaborates, listens, takes direction well, and retains information provided. Is motivated to grow skills and helps the team.
Project DeliveryProduces the following under close direction/oversight from others:
Engineer's design report Construction quantity calculations and cost estimates Project plans Project specifications Construction safety and phasing plans Airport Layout Plan development Other technical reports, memos, and design documents Understanding Budget and ScheduleBasic understanding of budgets and schedules. Collaborates with supervisor and/or resource manager to plan work time on assignments, conducts basic monitoring of budget and schedule for simple project tasks.
Industry Standards and RegulationsDemonstrate basic familiarity with the following design codes:
FAA advisory circulars FAA orders and engineering briefs State-specific standard specifications Client InteractionInfrequent direct client interaction. Reads emails, occasionally attends client meetings, and prepares meeting minutes.
OtherOther duties as assigned.
Level of Work/AccountabilityPerforms basic levels of technical work on projects in support of more experienced staff within the market sector. Operates with minimal autonomy - work is closely supervised by more senior staff.
Supervisory DutiesNone
Education and/or Experience Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required Years of experience required: none Years of experience required with advanced degree: none Certificates, Licenses, Registrations EIT/EI required (within 6 months of hire) Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Position may include periodic site visits and inspection work on project sites.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Geographical locations are taken into consideration with respect to compensation.
Salary Range: $69,079.50 to $103,619.25