Aviation Project Engineer

Garver Engineering; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver is seeking an Aviation Project Engineer in Frisco, Texas. The role focuses on designing airport projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield work, and related utilities.

The engineer will support construction administration as projects move into construction, including submittals, RFIs, site visits, and Record Drawings. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, have 1–4 years of experience, be proficient in AutoCAD Civil

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree required.
• 1–4 years of related experience.
• Strong CAD design ability in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• FE exam passed.
• Strong written and oral communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Design airport projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, and terminals.
• Provide construction administration support during construction phase.
• Prepare plans, specifications, reports, and estimates.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Written & verbal skills

Self-initiative

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Aviation Project Engineer

Location: Frisco, Texas

For six decades Garver has provided quality aviation planning and design services for more than 250 clients nationwide. Garver understands the complexities of airport planning and development and the multitude of factors that must be diligently managed to ensure a project's success. Garver's Aviation Team maintains a diverse, skilled planning and design team dedicated to providing the expertise and leadership needed to assist our clients in meeting both current and future needs.

Position Overview

The Aviation Project Engineer will primarily be responsible for designing airport projects for our clients in Texas. Projects include, but are not limited to, improvements to runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield grading, drainage, hangars, fuel farms, parking areas, terminal buildings, landside development, utilities, and other airport construction related projects. The Aviation Project Engineer will play a supportive role in construction administration as the project progresses into construction, including submittal reviews, request for information (RFI) responses, site visits, and Record Drawings.

Responsibilities

• Detail-oriented and a team player with solid self-initiative to meet deadlines
• Development of Plans, Specifications, Reports, Estimates, and other technical deliverables
• Design projects in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Construction Administration support

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 1-4 years of related experience
• Strong working knowledge and ability to design in CAD programs, including AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Passed the FE exam
• Strong written and oral communication skills with both internal employees and external clients
• Some travel may be required (approximately 10% with occasional overnight)

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program, Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.