Professional Engineer, Transportation - Airfield Infrastructure

TKDA; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 117,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Discretionary bonuses

HSA contributions

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

TKDA is seeking a Professional Engineer, Civil - Transportation based in Bloomington, Minnesota, to handle airfield and transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience and will manage all stages of project life cycles from design to construction.

This position includes collaboration with a team passionate about engineering solutions and offers the opportunity for travel. TKDA is a 100% employee-owned firm, providing comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) match, and other perks.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of design experience required.
• Must be able to obtain Professional Engineer registration within six months.
• Flexibility to travel 10-20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support design and planning for airfield and site development projects.
• Manage projects from conceptual design through construction.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and planners.

Skills

Design experience in aviation, municipal, and/or transportation projects

Project management skills

Proficiency in Civil 3D or AutoCAD

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Registered as a Professional Engineer

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

We are seeking a Professional Engineer, Civil - Transportation with 5-10 years of experience in airfield/airport, transportation, municipal, and/or site development projects. Aviation experience is a plus but not required. The ideal candidate is passionate about tackling diverse projects in a fast‑paced environment.

TKDA’s Aviation Engineering Team brings expertise in airfield/airport engineering, planning, integrated solutions, and comprehensive services. Join us to shape the future of air travel!

Responsibilities

• Support design and planning for a variety of complex site development and airfield design projects
• Manage the entire lifecycle of projects from conceptual design through construction
• Contribute to the rehabilitation and construction of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, roadways, NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements
• Collaborate with a group of passionate engineers, designers, technicians, and planners to provide engineering services to airports across the country including small general aviation airports, large international commercial airports, and military bases
• Apply effective written and verbal communication when developing proposals, preparing technical reports, participating in or leading project team meetings, and delivering client or public presentations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of employment
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years of design experience related to aviation, municipal, and/or transportation projects; well‑versed in the design of roadways, utilities, site grading, drainage and storm water management
• Emerging interest or prior experience leading project teams and managing project scopes, schedules, financials, and technical requirements
• Proficiency preparing plan sets, specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Flexibility to travel as needed (10-20%) for team meetings, client consultations, public meetings, site assessments/visits, marketing presentations/interviews, conferences, etc.; occasional overnight travel may be required
• In possession of a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous training or experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD
• Previous training or experience with ArcGIS
• Previous design experience with airfield or airport infrastructure projects
• Previous experience preparing proposals and contract documentation
• Familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and procedures

Salary

$92,000 - $117,840 a year. The listed salary range reflects base salary for candidates with 5-10 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Join Our 100% Employee‑Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrives on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Benefits

Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.

Annual Incentive Plan

Eligible for discretionary bonuses.

HSA Contributions

Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan.

401(k) Match

Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals.

ESOP

Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits.

Paid Time Off

Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year.

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

Pre‑Employment Screening

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre‑employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.