Project Engineer - Airport

Dibble; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits program

Opportunities for growth and development

Community service opportunities

Job summary

Dibble, based in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Project Engineer to lead design efforts for airport development. The role emphasizes technical expertise in civil engineering, particularly in accordance with FAA guidelines. Candidates should possess strong technical writing skills and be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Successful applicants will work within a supportive, people-focused culture with extensive opportunities for professional development. This position is suited for individuals with at least 4-8 years of engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars for airport design and construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil/aviation engineering principles.
• Ability to mentor CAD designers and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction plans and technical specifications.
• Direct CAD designers and review work for quality.
• Assist in construction administration and project inspection.

Skills

FAA Advisory Circulars knowledge

Civil engineering principles expertise

AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency

Technical writing skills

Mentoring ability

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Arizona

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

PROJECT ENGINEER (Airport) - Phoenix, AZ

Founded in 1962, we provide a full range of civil engineering services to public and private sector clients across Arizona, Colorado, and the Southwestern United States. Our broad market expertise offers the ability to deliver complete engineering solutions from concept to closeout. Our business is built on honesty, ethics, accountability, quality, and service.

Our people-focused culture is important, and we consider our employees to be our greatest asset. This culture is why we have so many long‑term employees that have been with our firm between 15 and 35 years. Our employees enjoy an industry-leading benefits program, the ability to balance their home and work life, opportunities for growth and development, company activities, and various opportunities to give back through community service.

Summary

Dibble employs the industry's finest engineers, designers, and planners, providing expertise and valued resources for municipalities, private clients, federal, state, and local agencies. Dibble is looking for a skillful and highly motivated Project Engineer to join our Airport Development Team in our Phoenix, AZ location. This is an opportunity for you to join our fine group of respected professionals.

This dynamic individual will be responsible for engineering and leading design efforts for airside and landside airport infrastructure and development projects.

Accountabilities

• Prepare construction plans, technical specifications, technical studies, and reports.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and/or calculations.
• Direct CAD designers and less experienced staff in the preparation and production of construction plans.
• Provide quality reviews of own work and work by designers in accordance with Company's quality control program and processes.
• Assist in construction administration and inspection of projects, including the preparation of inspection reports, material quantity verification, and reviewing and responding to contractor material submittals, RFIs, and change order requests.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and application of FAA Advisory Circulars for airport design and construction, including but not limited to runways, taxiways, aircraft parking aprons, grading/drainage, and pavement markings.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil and/or airport/aviation engineering principles.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including horizontal and vertical control/geometry, incorporation and interpretation of survey data, creating point files and surfaces, and creating plans and profiles.
• Ability to mentor and train CAD Designers and Engineers in Training.
• Strong technical writing skills, and ability to convey engineering decisions and concepts to non-technical and technically based audiences.
• Ability to work within a variety of team environments, including varying team sizes and personnel.
• Prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related accredited field.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Arizona, or able to obtain an Arizona PE license within 6 months of employment.
• Minimum 4‑8 years of engineering experience.
• Preferred: 3 years of aviation engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years of increasing experience and application of AutoCAD Civil 3D.

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ office location

Ready to join our engineering team?

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Dibble is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.