Project Engineer, Aviation

Westwood Professional Services; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Aviation service team in Appleton or Madison, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of diverse roadway design experience and be eager to assist on various projects including airport planning and airfield design. Responsibilities include working within a design team, preparing plans and specifications, and mentoring junior engineers. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer license in Wisconsin are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin or capable of obtaining within 6 months.
• 3+ years of progressive civil engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as a key member of a design team under the direction of Project Managers.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with clients and government agencies.

Skills

Aviation planning knowledge

FAA Advisory Circulars

Verbal and written communication

Detail-oriented

Autodesk Civil3D

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Project Engineer – Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Location: Appleton, Wisconsin or Madison, Wisconsin.

Overview

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Aviation service team in Appleton, Wisconsin or Madison, Wisconsin. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of diverse roadway design experience and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks supporting various project types and project managers. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with an energetic aviation staff on a range of projects, including airport planning, airfield layout and design, safety plans, airfield civil design and construction, facilities design and infrastructure, and environmental studies. Westwood’s Aviation group’s projects require preparing civil engineering and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) planning reports, studies, and plans for large, complex projects in a timely and proficient manner to support client success.

Responsibilities

Work as a key member of a design team under the direction of various Project Managers. Job duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Work with a team in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects of various size and complexity
• Prepare plan documents and supporting design calculations
• Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Produce high quality work and implement and maintain quality assurance procedures
• Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
• Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
• Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agencies
• Coordinate with Clients depending on project role
• Identify applicable codes, standards or other design requirements
• Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates
• Perform field reviews and other assessments for use in design
• Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
• Represent clients and firm in meetings with governmental agencies
• Develop and track milestones to ensure on‑time and on‑budget delivery
• Make decisions independently in regard to various issues and methods
• Prioritize and manage own workload
• Mentor, train and/or supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel
• Ensure division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
• Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of aviation planning, programming, design and construction is a plus
• Preferred candidate will have working experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and an understanding of Bureau of Aeronautics policies and procedures
• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self‑initiative to meet project deadlines
• Detail‐oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Autodesk Civil3D, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient in the use of national design standards (MUTCD, AASHTO, etc.)
• Proficient in applying ADA/PROWAG criteria in public infrastructure design
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks
• Ability to delegate assignments and determine methods and procedures

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
• 3+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.