Aviation Project Engineer

CKL Engineers, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) program

PTO programs

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking an Aviation Project Engineer to provide design and construction management services. The role involves using engineering judgment for infrastructure solutions and engaging with clients to foster leadership opportunities. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, possess E.I.T certification, and have over 3 years of experience, especially in working with airports and the FAA. This full-time position emphasizes communication skills and a commitment to business development.

Qualifications

• E.I.T required with the ability to gain a P.E. license within one year.
• 3+ years of experience required.
• Demonstrated history of successful business development and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and construction management services for clients and partner firms.
• Engage with clients to build networks and leadership opportunities.
• Use engineering judgment to provide infrastructure solutions.

Skills

Engineering judgment

Technical writing

Proposal writing

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Aviation Project Engineer at CKL Engineers, LLC

Base pay range: $40.00/hr – $50.00/hr (actual pay based on skills and experience – talk with the recruiter to learn more).

About the Company

CKL Engineers is a multi‑disciplinary professional services firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices in Atlanta, Georgia and Orlando, Florida. We provide infrastructure planning, engineering, and construction management services to a variety of public and private clients. CKL is looking for talented leaders to build upon our strengths and grow locally, regionally, and nationally.

CKL ENGINEERS, LLC is one of the fastest growing engineering services providers in the Midwest. Our team of engineers, construction management professionals, and material technicians work on a variety of aviation, toll and highway projects for multiple municipalities. We offer a hybrid workplace environment and benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k) and PTO programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Use engineering judgment to provide infrastructure solutions landside, airside, and within airport terminals nationwide.
• Provide design and construction management services for clients and partner firms using FAA advisory circulars and other guidance based on project need.
• Engage with clients to build networks and future leadership opportunities at CKL and within the industry.

Expectations & Responsibilities

• Build upon and foster new relationships.
• Be flexible and open to new experiences.
• Be a strong consensus builder and team player.
• Be a continuing learner — willing to challenge yourself and grow with the company.
• Be skilled in technical writing, proposal writing, and presentations.
• Be willing to take on a myriad of tasks inside and outside the market to sustain and grow a small business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field.
• E.I.T required with the ability to gain a P.E. license within one year.
• Knowledge and experience working with airports, the FAA, and/or airlines.
• Demonstrated history of successful business development and project delivery.
• 3+ years of experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Private and/or Public sector engineering experience.
• Qualified applicants must pass background and substance abuse testing.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Recruitment Preferences

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CKL Engineers, LLC by 2x.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Staffing and Recruiting

Additional Policies

CKL Engineers will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. CKL will assume the rights of any unsolicited resumes submitted to hiring managers or our leadership team, and we will have the right to hire that candidate without any compensation owed to the recruiter, employment agency, or third party.