PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Project Engineer, Aviation

PapeDawson Engineers Inc • $75K — $95K *
Scottsdale, AZ 85254In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
  • 4+ years of progressive engineering experience essential.
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and regulations.
  • Proficiency in engineering design and analysis software needed.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills necessary.
  • Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and produce engineering designs, including plans and specifications.
  • Evaluate design alternatives using sound engineering judgment.
  • Coordinate technical work with project managers and external stakeholders.
  • Review work prepared by engineers and technical staff for quality assurance.
  • Prepare and review technical reports using standard software tools.
  • Identify technical risks and resolve design issues for project delivery.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and project partners.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior staff.
  • Engagement with professional and community organizations.
  • Collaborative, high-performing team environment.
  • Support for continued growth and industry engagement.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Project Engineer

Overview

The Project Engineer is a licensed Professional Engineer responsible for leading technical design and engineering execution on projects within the Aviation service area. This role takes full ownership of technical deliverables from concept through final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The Project Engineer supports overall project leadership, mentors' technical staff, coordinates across disciplines, and works directly with clients and public agencies while consistently balancing quality, budget, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
  • Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
  • Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
  • Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools.
  • Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
  • Participate in professional, technical, or community organizations to support continued growth and industry engagement.
  • Uphold company values and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
  • Minimum of 4 years of progressive engineering experience
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Proficiency with applicable engineering design and analysis software.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and coordinate across disciplines.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Reliability, professionalism, and commitment to quality project delivery.

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About PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The company was founded in 1965 by Gene Dawson and Bill Pape. The firm provides services in the areas of transportation, water resources, land development, environmental, surveying, and construction management. Pape-Dawson has additional offices in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas. The company has been recognized as one of the best places to work in San Antonio and Austin.
Learn more about PapeDawson Engineers Inc
Size
1,100 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million
* Ladders Estimates

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