Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
PE license preferred; EIT considered
5-10 years engineering experience, ideally in aviation
4+ years airport design/aviation construction experience
Strong understanding of FAA airport design standards
Proficient in AutoCAD and engineering design software
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
Responsibilities
Lead airport design and improvement projects from planning to construction
Prepare and review plans, specifications, and contracts for aviation projects
Assist with project management, scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination
Provide technical design support and produce engineering documents
Serve as Deputy Project Manager on select projects
Participate in QA/QC of project deliverables
Support construction administration with site visits and contractor coordination
Mentor junior engineers and develop emerging staff
Benefits
Performance-based incentive payment plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous Paid Time Off including Parental Leave
Fully funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401k match
Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Category Aviation
Description
At McFarland Johnson (MJ), you'll own your future. We're a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our growing Aviation division in Glastonbury, CT.
Key Responsibilities:
Support and lead airport design and improvement projects from planning through construction.
Prepare and review plans, specifications, and contract documents for aviation infrastructure projects.
Assist with project management, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
Provide technical design support and independent production of engineering documents.
Serve as a Deputy Project Manager on select projects and assist with client coordination.
Participate in quality control (QA/QC) of project deliverables.
Support construction administration, including site visits and coordination with contractors.
Mentor junior engineers and support the development of emerging staff.
Ensure designs comply with FAA Advisory Circulars and airport design standards.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; Engineer in Training (EIT) will be considered.
5-10 years of engineering experience, ideally within aviation or airport infrastructure.
4+ years of airport design and/or aviation construction experience in private industry or government.
Strong understanding of FAA airport design standards and grant processes.
Experience with construction administration and aviation project delivery.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and engineering design software. MicroStation Experience is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
Fully funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
401k match.
Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
Join Us and Make a Difference:
Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can #ownyourfuture.
Position Requirements
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Shift -not applicable-
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Pay Range
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Open Date 3/18/2026
This position is currently accepting applications.
