Aviation EIT/Designer*

HDR, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 61,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Aviation Design Coordinator, where your expertise in civil engineering will help shape aviation projects that make a positive impact. In this role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team, utilizing your knowledge of FAA regulations and design software to contribute to innovative airfield designs. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to grow within a culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about aviation and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and aviation design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aviation-related designs and reports.
• Maintain project records and SharePoint sites.
• Support marketing efforts and maintain an updated resume.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Team Collaboration

FAA Regulations Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Tools

AVI-Plan software

SharePoint

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Aviation Design Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

1. Technical Development

• Be aware of FAA Orders and Advisory Circulars (AC), UFC requirements, local agency requirements, and client manuals.
• In addition to general FAA requirements, be informed of at least one specialty element (e.g., pavement, drainage, lighting, signage, etc.).
• Technical Talent Identification & Career Journey.
• Be involved with the HDR Airfield Design Community of Practice (CoP).
• Process & Tool Application & Development.
• Basic use of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software) and introduction to AVI-Plan software packages.
• With direction, prepare elements of aviation related designs, studies, and reports.
• Compile project records / maintain SharePoint sites, project files, etc.
• Marketing Support.
• Maintain an updated resume.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest or experience designing general aviation, commercial service, and/or Military airfields.
• Basic use of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software) and introduction to AVI-Plan software packages.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends on skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.) California: $61,502.00 - $87,860.00.

Additional Details

• Primary Location: United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
• Other Locations: Multiple locations across the US.
• Industry: Aviation
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Airfield Design
• Job Posting Date: Jan 10, 2025