Aviation Civil Engineer (EIT) – Design, Permits & Field

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Internship program

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a full‑time Aviation Civil Engineer (EIT) to join our regional teams in the Florida, Illinois and Missouri markets.

The role offers a path for recent graduates with FE/EIT intent and 0–3 years of aviation project experience to grow within a collaborative engineering environment. You will perform calculations, support permitting, assist with site investigations, and help prepare construction documents while collaborating with senior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field is required.
• FE/EIT certification desirable or scheduled prior to graduation.
• 0–3 years of aviation project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and use design software for aviation and civil site projects.
• Obtain permitting, collect existing data, and support planning and design tasks.
• Assist with site investigations, field reconnaissance, utility locations, and permit applications.
• Support construction document preparation, contractor pricing, and project close-out documentation.
• Collaborate with senior technical staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil engineering

Independent work

Client relationships

Oral communication

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

FE/EIT certification desirable

0–3 years aviation experience

Tools

CAD experience

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a full‑time Aviation Civil Engineer (EIT) to join our regional teams in the Florida, Illinois and Missouri markets.

The role offers a path for recent graduates with FE/EIT intent and 0–3 years of aviation project experience to grow within a collaborative engineering environment. You will perform calculations, support permitting, assist with site investigations, and help prepare construction documents while collaborating with senior staff.