Aviation Civil Designer

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Springfield (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional engineering firm in Illinois seeks a Civil Engineer to support aviation and civil site projects. Responsibilities include performing engineering calculations, obtaining permits, and assisting with field investigations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in civil engineering, 0–3 years of aviation project experience, and strong communication skills. This role requires collaboration with colleagues and may involve travel. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of aviation project experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel for assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations for projects.
• Obtain permitting and collect existing physical data.
• Assist with site investigations and permit applications.
• Support construction document preparation.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Design software utilization

Field reconnaissance

Technical writing

Collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

FE/EIT certification

Job description

* **Perform engineering calculations and utilize design software** to support aviation and civil site projects* **Obtain permitting, collect existing physical data, and support planning and design tasks*** **Assist with site investigations, field reconnaissance, utility locations, and permit application processes*** **Support construction document preparation, contractor pricing assistance, and project close‑out documentation*** **Collaborate with senior technical staff*** **Other duties as assigned*** **Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field (required)*** **FE/EIT certification desirable or scheduled prior to graduation*** **0–3 years of aviation project experience*** **Ability to work independently and collaboratively to develop and present concepts*** **Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external clients*** **Strong oral communication and technical writing skills*** **Strong sense of urgency and initiative to meet deadlines*** **Ability to collaborate remotely with colleagues in other offices*** **Willingness to travel for out‑of‑town assignments and work overtime as needed*** **Valid driver’s license required**