Civil Engineer - Aviation

Amey Group Services LTD; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an Aviation Civil Engineer to support airport infrastructure projects in Crawley, United Kingdom. The role involves designing airfield infrastructure, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in airport design. The firm offers flexible working options and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexibility

Career development

Choice of benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in airport infrastructure design and airfield planning.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and engineering standards.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assess, design, and rehabilitate airport pavements.
• Develop innovative airport layout designs.
• Ensure designs align with aviation regulations.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

As an Engineer, you will provide support and assistance to a team of people working within the Pavement and Asset Management Practice to deliver a portfolio of schemes for Clients. You will help design and deliver multiple projects, including pavement condition assessments and pavement renewal schemes, ensuring the durability and safety of our roadways.

As an Aviation Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing airfield infrastructure to meet our respective client's needs. This will include pavement investigations and design of airside runways, taxiways, and airport stands, as well as design interfaces with all servicing infrastructure (drainage, AGL, HV electrical systems, comms, fuel, and fire mains).

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance airport operations and sustainability. The main aspects of the role and key responsibilities are detailed below:

• Aircraft Pavement Engineering: Assess, design, and rehabilitate airport pavements, using DMG27 and BAA method pavement design principles.
• Airfield Planning & Design: Develop innovative and efficient airport layout designs, considering operational requirements, safety, environmental impact, and capacity planning.
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety: Ensure all designs align with aviation regulations, including EASA CS-ADR-DSN, CAP 168, ICAO Annex 14, and other relevant guidelines.
• Infrastructure Sustainability & Innovation: Support the team and clients to develop sustainable solutions for airport facilities, including carbon reduction strategies, drainage systems, and energy-efficient designs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with clients and contractors to deliver successful infrastructure projects.
• Project Management & Delivery: Support aviation infrastructure projects throughout their lifecycle from feasibility studies to construction.
• Technical report preparation and design checking.
• Assisting on technical aspects of designs from project initiation through to completion.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications for airfield projects.
• Drive effective health and safety practices within the team.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries, etc.

Requirements include:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in airport infrastructure design and airfield planning.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and engineering standards.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and competent to check the work of others and supervise less experienced or junior staff.
• Experienced with relevant software (AutoCAD) and similar analytical tools.

Amey is a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our Airport Infrastructure Team plays a crucial role in designing and maintaining aviation assets, ensuring airports operate efficiently and sustainably.

We offer a range of benefits, including flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits, and support that helps you through all life's ups and downs. We recognize that our biggest asset is our people, and we empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time, and flexible work patterns.