Airfield Design Engineer I — AutoCAD & Runways

RS&H; Minnesota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

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Job summary

RS&H is seeking an airfield engineering associate to join our aviation team in Minneapolis, MN. You will work with a team to create civil projects for airports nationwide, using AutoCAD daily for geometric design of runways, taxiways, and aprons.

Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to pavement and stormwater design while gaining cross-project experience. Occasional travel (<25%) to coordinate with airports, FAA, and CM will support project understanding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Willing to learn different software platforms such as AutoCAD.
• Must have critical thinking and willingness to ask questions when unclear.
• Strong teamwork: projects are a group responsibility and require collaboration.
• Attention to detail; you are drawing aviation infrastructure and must triple-check work.
• Engineerin‑in‑training (EIT) or EI exam completion or intent to complete within six months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on civil aviation projects for airports across the U.S. under senior engineers’ guidance.
• Use AutoCAD daily to create plans, including geometric design (runways, taxiways, aprons).
• Collaborate with the team to complete projects and coordinate with airports, FAA, and CM as needed (<25% travel).

Skills

Team player

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

RS&H is seeking an airfield engineering associate to join our aviation team in Minneapolis, MN. You will work with a team to create civil projects for airports nationwide, using AutoCAD daily for geometric design of runways, taxiways, and aprons.

Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to pavement and stormwater design while gaining cross-project experience. Occasional travel (<25%) to coordinate with airports, FAA, and CM will support project understanding.