Aviation Civil Engineer

Jacobs; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs in Texas is hiring an Entry-Level Aviation Engineer to plan, design, and review drawings for aviation projects such as taxiways and runways. You will work with engineers and project managers to deliver bold, connected solutions that improve air traveler experiences, all within a hybrid work setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree, are EIT eligible or can obtain it within 6 months, and bring strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills to the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Up to five years experience in aviation design.
• EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months of start.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and review drawings and specifications for aviation projects (Taxiways, Runways, Airfield).
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to deliver design solutions for large-scale aviation projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

EIT eligibility

Education

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/InRoads

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Do you enjoy positively impacting air traveler experience by innovating more connected and sustainable solutions? At Jacobs-we do as well.

Based in Texas, you will have the chance to work as part of a project team to plan, design, and review drawings and specifications for exciting and engaging large-scale Aviation projects (Taxiways, Runways, Airfield, Aprons, etc.). You’ll work with the best Engineers and Project Managers in the business. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions for everyday living.

If you want to join a company invested in you and your success, join us as an Entry-Level Aviation Engineer!

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Up to five years experience in aviation design
• Engineer in Training (EIT) or ability to obtain within 6 months of start
• Strong analytical, conceptual, communication and organizational skills.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Previous design intern experience
• Familiarity with FAA Standards
• Knowledge of and experience using CADD/Design software (MicroStation/Inroads and AutoCAD/Civil 3D)

Our health and welfare benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has a U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $65,500.00 to $105,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on November 04, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.