Aviation Civil Engineer

Mead & Hunt

$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field;
  • At least 2 years of relevant engineering experience;
  • 5 or more years of experience is preferred;
  • EIT certification is preferred;
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil3D software;
  • Strong communication skills for client-facing interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop plans and specifications for aviation civil engineering projects.
  • Analyze and prepare engineering reports, budgets, and construction cost estimates.
  • Perform drafting tasks in AutoCAD and Civil3D for plan sheets.
  • Assist with construction administration and field inspections.
  • Read and interpret FAA Advisory Circulars and geotechnical reports.
  • Engage in client contact and communication for specific projects.
  • Complete additional tasks as assigned.

Benefits

  • Strong company culture focused on employee well-being.
  • Robust opportunities for career advancement and training.
  • Employee-owned firm structure promoting shared success.
  • Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.
  • Diverse range of skillsets and projects within the company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Full Job Description
Mead & Hunt, an award-winning national architecture and engineering firm, has continued to exceed our strategic growth initiatives creating opportunity for our current and prospective team members. As a result, a full-time position is available for an experienced civil engineer to join our collaborative and innovative aviation team based at our Portland, OR office. This position will include a hybrid of both design and field work on runways, taxiways, aprons, roads, and other related aviation civil engineering projects as needed.

Responsibilities include:
  • Developing plans and specifications
  • Analyzing and preparing engineering reports, budgets, construction cost estimates, studies and permits for various airport design projects
  • Performing drafting tasks in AutoCAD and Civil3D to generate plan sheets
  • Assisting with construction administration and inspection tasks including working in the field at project sites (weekends and nights, as needed)
  • Reading and interpreting FAA Advisory Circulars, geotechnical reports, and survey data to utilize in project designs
  • May assist with client contact, meetings, and communication pertain to specific projects
  • Other tasks as assigned


A valid driver's license, the ability to pass background check to gain access to airport sites, and travel will be required.

The successful candidate will have the following background:
  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in civil engineering, construction engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university
  • At least 2 years of relevant work experience


The ideal candidate will have experience in any/all the following:
  • 5 or more years of relevant engineering experience would be a plus
  • EIT certification is preferred
  • AutoCAD and/or Civil3D software programs
  • Comfortable with public speaking and working in a client facing role
  • Construction field tasks including site grading, utilities, drainage, erosion control, paving, materials testing, and/or surveying
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project software programs


At Mead & Hunt we shape the future by putting people first. If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, we can help you grow your career working with industry experts on exciting projects. Complete the online application at www.meadhunt.com/careers if this matches your career goals.

Why Mead & Hunt?
  • Strong Company Culture
  • Robust Career Advancement, Training, & Growth Opportunities
  • Employee-Owned Firm
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Diverse Skillsets, One Company
  • Impressive Benefits Package


Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

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