Civil Engineer - Airports

Morrison-Maierle; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bozeman is seeking a Civil Engineer to design airport projects. You will collaborate with diverse teams, ensure safety and precision in designs, and manage project tasks. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in airport engineering and is proficient in design software. This role offers competitive base pay, annual bonuses, and benefits such as health coverage and paid time off. Your contributions matter and enhance project success.

Qualifications

• Preferred Professional Engineering license or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 4+ years in airport design and construction.
• Knowledge in FAA regulations and airport safety.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams on project vision.
• Create designs and draft plans with design software.
• Ensure precision and safety in project design.
• Perform technical writing for proposals and specifications.
• Support project managers with construction tasks.

Skills

Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred

4+ years of airport design experience

Knowledge of FAA regulations

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil3D and Blue Beam

Strong communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Blue Beam

Job description

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison‑Maierle is a 100% employee‑owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high‑quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Civil Engineer – Airports
Job status: Exempt‑salaried
Location: Bozeman, MT (Relocation assistance provided)

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee‑owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well‑being. Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.

• $80,000‑$120,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth
• Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
• Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company‑paid ownership contributions
• 90% company‑paid shared health plan premiums
• Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• 401(k) matching program
• AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company

Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee‑owners. Our people‑first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig’s list of Best Places to Work. Join our Airports Group as a Civil Engineer and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.

THE ROLE

The Civil Engineer will thrive with a variety of engineering project design opportunities available. The Design Engineer will support the planning and design of airport projects for clients across a spectrum of design work from facilities, terminals, runways, navigation, and airspace studies to water, gas, and power design and analysis. These responsibilities include:

• Expertly collaborate with design teams, clients and regulatory agencies to grasp project vision.
• Leverage design software to create project designs, draft plans, drawings, and models according to project specifications.
• Apply FAA and airport safety knowledge in design work.
• Ensure precision and project safety through meticulous design.
• Perform technical writing for Requests for Proposals, report writing, project specifications, and memorandums.
• Apply construction knowledge to oversee builds.
• Support project managers with construction administration tasks.
• Lead project management tasks and cross‑functional teams.
• Complete project tasks from start to finish, supporting project and client services managers.
• Analyze facilities for system deficiencies regarding compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations; provide improvement alternatives to meet compliance with such regulations.
• Assist the Project Manager and Client Service Manager in engaging with community members, government officials, and other stakeholders to communicate project goals, address concerns, and gather input on water and wastewater initiatives.
• Provide job site support and observation and monitor construction progress.

“As employee‑owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success—professionally and financially—while building something greater than themselves.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or willing to obtain after‑hire
• Minimum 4+ years of airport airfield, landside/airside design and construction experience
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and airport safety preferred
• Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D and Blue Beam
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and insurable record for travel

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison‑Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we’re a 100% employee‑owned, Engineering News‑Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative, sustainable solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and collaboration. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose‑driven legacy committed to building a better future.

EEO & Diversity Statement

Morrison‑Maierle is committed to diversity and inclusion, supported by compliance as an EEOC employer that ensures equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of protected class status.