Airport Project Engineer

Westwood Professional Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer for its Aviation service team in Houston. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a dynamic team on diverse projects, including airport planning and airfield design. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in aviation, and will be responsible for preparing plans and specifications, collaborating with project managers, and ensuring quality deliverables. Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and community impact, and contribute to projects that shape the future of infrastructure and aviation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of airfield design experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Licensed PE in Texas or capable of obtaining within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects.
• Create detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Mentor and supervise less experienced engineers.

Skills

Aviation planning

FAA Advisory Circulars

Construction estimating

Excellent verbal skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Autodesk Civil3D

Microsoft Office

ADA/PROWAG criteria

Technical skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

AVIATION PROJECT ENGINEER

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Aviation service team in Houston, Texas. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of diverse airfield design experience. Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of tasks supporting various project types and project managers.

This position gives you the chance to work with an energetic aviation staff on a variety of projects such as airport planning, airfield layout and design, safety plans, airfield civil design and construction projects, facilities design and infrastructure, and environmental studies. Westwood’s Aviation group has a diversified range of projects that require preparing a variety of civil engineering and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) planning reports, studies and plans for large complex projects in a timely and proficient manner to produce solutions for our client’s success.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with a team in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects of various size and complexity.
• Prepare plan documents and supporting design calculations.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Assist project managers and other staff in design oversight, coordination, and other tasks during the proposal, design, and construction phases.
• Assist in cost estimating, permitting, client relations, and other duties required to deliver a quality product for our clients in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other project managers to scope and execute deliverables on multiple projects.
• Create and maintain a successful client relationship while building new relationships.
• Some project assignments may include construction observation duties.
• Mentor, train and/or supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel.
• Ensure division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service.
• Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of aviation planning, programming, design and construction is a plus.
• Preferred candidate will have working experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and understanding of Bureau of Aeronautics policies and procedures.
• Construction and estimating experience for public infrastructure projects is a plus.
• Outgoing, friendly, approachable.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Autodesk Civil3D and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in applying ADA/PROWAG criteria in public infrastructure design.
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks.
• Ability to delegate assignments and determine methods and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Required Experience

• BS in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Texas (or capable of obtaining within 6 months).
• 3+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering preferred.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.