Senior Civil Engineer (PE)

Trilon

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Mentorship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and dental insurance

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

Company-furnished life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Trilon is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer (PE) - Aviation to manage civil engineering design for airport-related projects based in Charlotte, NC. This role involves leading design projects, with requirements including expertise in airside and landside aviation projects, along with AutoCAD and Civil 3D proficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, a professional license, and over 10 years' relevant experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a conducive work environment.

Qualifications

10+ years of civil engineering design experience on transportation projects.
Experience with aviation projects preferred.
Ability to work independently and part of a team.

Responsibilities

Develop production work plans, schedules, and budgets.
Assist in preparation of scopes and budgets for new task orders.
Work on aviation airside and/or landside design project teams.

Skills

Civil engineering design experience

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Licensed Professional Engineer in NC/SC/VA

Job description

Department: Transportation

Location: Charlotte, NC

Job Overview

Senior Civil Engineer (PE) - Aviation with Talbert, Bright & Ellington, LLC. (TBE) will manage, lead, and perform civil engineering design for airport‑related projects. The role requires expertise in airside and landside aviation projects, including airfield and roadway geometrics, paving, grading, drainage, and utilities design. Work will be performed in the Charlotte office five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

Develop production work plans, schedules, and budgets.
Assist Client/Project Manager or Senior Civil Engineer with preparation of scopes and budgets for new task orders or amendments.
Work as a member of aviation airside and/or landside design project teams, primarily using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Ensure proper codes, regulations, and standards are used by engineers on projects.
Ensure successful completion of projects under your direction.
Adjust and correlate data, research code issues, applicable third‑party agency requirements, design options, and document findings.
Perform calculations and analysis using engineering formulas.
Prepare roadway design plans, profiles, and geometric layout designs.
Prepare civil plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
Develop project phasing and scheduling plans.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
Licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virginia (or ability to obtain).
10+ years of civil engineering design experience on transportation projects, with aviation experience preferred.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience in cost estimating, project phasing, and scheduling.
Strong oral and written communication skills; analytical and organizational skills.
Knowledge of airport airside, landside, and/or infrastructure projects, FAA and TSA regulations, and AIP funding requirements preferred.
Client‑focused: committed to delivering best solutions.
Innovative: creating new and better ways to solve challenges.
Experienced in collaboration within a diverse and inclusive team toward technical excellence.