Airport Engineer

Jurong International; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Airport Engineer to join their dynamic team in Riyadh. This role involves leading complex aviation infrastructure projects while ensuring adherence to international standards and regulations. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive knowledge in airport planning, design, and construction to drive innovation and sustainability in the field. With a focus on stakeholder satisfaction and engineering excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the aviation sector. If you have a passion for aviation engineering and a track record of managing multidisciplinary projects, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in airport engineering and project management.
• Strong knowledge of airport design standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and technical aspects of airport infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with international airport design standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Airport Planning or related discipline

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

AviPlan

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Airport Engineer to join our team in Riyadh, supporting the delivery of complex aviation infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring engineering excellence and stakeholder satisfaction while adhering to industry regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the design and technical aspects of airport infrastructure projects.
2. Ensure compliance with international airport design standards and regulations, including ICAO and FAA.
3. Conduct geometric design for airside and landside areas, utilities, and obstacle limitation surface (OLS) studies.
4. Provide technical guidance and support to multidisciplinary project teams.
5. Engage effectively with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
6. Drive innovation and sustainability within airport engineering projects.

Experience & Qualifications:

Experience:

1. Minimum of 8 years of experience in airport engineering, with expertise in design and technical project management.
2. Proven experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary airport infrastructure projects.
3. Strong knowledge of airport planning, design, and construction, including airfield pavements, drainage, utilities, and terminal infrastructure.
4. Familiarity with ICAO and FAA regulations; knowledge of GACAR is an advantage.

Skills/Knowledge:

1. Strong leadership and team management abilities.
2. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.
3. Effective stakeholder and client management skills, with the ability to build long-term relationships.
4. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
5. Proficiency in AviPlan, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Education:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering.
2. A Master’s degree in Airport Planning, Engineering, or a related discipline is highly desirable.
3. Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) status is required.
4. Membership in relevant professional bodies is an advantage.