Entry-level Airport Design Engineer (Civil Engineer)

Jacobs Engineering Group; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Stock Purchase

Deferred Compensation

PPTO

Holidays

Caregiver Leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Engineer to support aviation projects in New England, focusing on airfields, drainage, and site development. You will perform design calculations, takeoffs, geometry design, and coordinate with engineers and technicians on a team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, an EIT (or the ability to obtain within 6 months), and US work authorization. Onsite work in Bedford, NH offers a competitive salary and benefits plus growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Registered EIT or able to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Experience with FAA Advisory Circulars related to civil engineering.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs, computer modeling, design calculations, and plan set production for aviation airports.
• Design horizontal/vertical geometry, drainage calculations, pavement markings, and related layouts.
• Collaborate with engineers/technicians across disciplines on project assignments.
• Assist senior staff in producing quality designs and interpreting plans from related disciplines.
• Observe site actions, represent the team in the field, and perform construction administration.

Skills

passion for airports and aviation

FAA advisory circulars experience

EIT or ability to obtain within 6 mo

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

By joining our team, you will support aviation civil engineering projects at general aviation, commercial and military airfields with a focus on quality, and perform in a team environment. This role supports our growing New England aviation practice with access to broader nationwide projects within Jacobs. Such projects include, but are not limited to airfield improvements, land/site development, drainage, and other transportation tasks. The professional will:

• Perform quantity takeoffs, computer modeling, design calculations, and plan set production for commercial and general aviation airports.
• Design horizontal and vertical geometry, drainage calculations and sizing of systems, pavement markings, fence line layouts, project phasing and under the guidance of others, pavement design for aircraft.
• Work closely on project assignments with those of other engineers and technicians in his/her discipline group.
• Work under the supervision of senior staff to produce quality design and plans and interpret plans from other engineering related disciplines (survey, drainage, structural, etc.).
• Observe project action on site, representing the engineering team in the field and performing construction administration and management
• Be a self-starter and responsible for quality work products, bringing ideas to our project teams and striving for your own professional growth.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered EIT (Engineer-in-Training) or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Ability to efficiently utilize time in executing assigned tasks accurately and on time.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• A passion for airports and aviation
• Experience with the FAA Advisory Circulars related to civil engineering
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $65,500.00 to $90,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 29, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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