Airport Engineer, Nebraska/Iowa

About the role

Kirkham Michael provides integrated engineering and construction services to a wide variety of public and private clients. We are a dynamic firm focused on our clients' success, and we fulfill project and program needs from initial concept through implementation with innovative, yet practical solutions.

Primary Function

Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area. Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects. Implements quality program.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Collections data and gathers information or documents
• Performs standard computations or analysis
• Prepares drawings and visual aids
• Observes construction activities and/or basic survey services and completes accompanying reports
• Affords assistance on other tasks such as preparation of permit applications, material testing, CADD work, filing air space studies
• Performs moderate design tasks and prepares portions of project documents
• Edits specifications
• Performs research and investigations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering; P.E. license is preferred
• 1-5 years of experience in airport planning, design, and general civil engineering
• Previous consulting experience on FAA and/or DOT projects in the Central Region is a plus
• Software experience should include AutoCAD and/or Microstation. Familiarity with ArcGIS is preferred.

Benefits

Kirkham Michael offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and a flex spending account as well as an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), 401 (K) plan, and professional development plans (tuition reimbursement/professional memberships).

About Kirkham Michael

Kirkham Michael is a great place to work where you can achieve both your professional and personal goals. Kirkham Michael is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.