Aviation Project Engineer (Entry Level) — Design & CAD

Garver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver’s Aviation Design Center in Denver is seeking an entry-level Aviation Project Engineer to design airport facilities including runways, taxiways, hangars, and terminals. You will deliver complete design phase deliverables using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related software.

The role includes about 12 months of onsite training at our Aviation Design Center in Fayetteville, AR before a permanent Denver assignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 0-1 years of related experience.
• Passed the FE exam, or able to do so within 6 months of hire.
• Strong written and oral communication with internal and external clients.
• Some travel may be required (≈10%).

Responsibilities

• Develop technical deliverables under guidance of senior engineers (Construction Plans, Specifications, Design Reports, Permit Documents, Cost Estimates).
• Attend and document client kick-off and progress meetings.
• Coordinate with clients on project requirements and status updates.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies for permitting and review.
• Perform construction administration: site visits, shop drawing reviews, change orders, closeout documents.
• Conduct onsite construction observation and inspection.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and oral communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Garver’s Aviation Design Center in Denver is seeking an entry-level Aviation Project Engineer to design airport facilities including runways, taxiways, hangars, and terminals. You will deliver complete design phase deliverables using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related software.

The role includes about 12 months of onsite training at our Aviation Design Center in Fayetteville, AR before a permanent Denver assignment.