Senior Airfield Design Engineer: Runways & Pavements Lead

RS&H; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities in technical leadership

Collaborative work environment

Work on varied aviation projects

Job summary

A leading architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Airfield Engineer in Portland, Oregon, to lead airfield engineering projects and expand the firm's aviation presence. This role involves geometric design for runways and taxiways, collaboration with stakeholders, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of 10 years' experience including airport design, and strong skills in AutoCAD and communication. This is an opportunity to shape aviation services in Oregon.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience, with at least two years of airport design experience.
• Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain one within 6 months is required.
• Familiarity with FAA standards and airport project delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the geometric design of runways, taxiways, aprons, and aircraft parking areas.
• Design and evaluate concrete and asphalt airfield pavements.
• Act as a key point of coordination with airport staff, airlines, FAA, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Airport Design

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Airfield Engineer in Portland, Oregon, to lead airfield engineering projects and expand the firm's aviation presence. This role involves geometric design for runways and taxiways, collaboration with stakeholders, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of 10 years' experience including airport design, and strong skills in AutoCAD and communication. This is an opportunity to shape aviation services in Oregon.