Airport Project Engineer

Job Summary

Lochner is seeking passionate and driven professionals to join our expanding aviation team. This role offers unparalleled potential for technical advancement, project management, and strategic leadership.

What You'll Do

• Work on cutting-edge projects across national and global airports.
• Career Development Opportunities: Engage in continuous learning within a thriving aviation environment.
• Contribute to and lead initiatives in airport design practice.
• Design airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, navigational aids, etc.
• Prepare engineering design reports, construction plans, and contract documents / technical specifications.
• Experience in design of general civil engineering projects including site design, sanitary wastewater, water and hydraulic evaluation is a plus.

Who You Are

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE designation) preferred
• 6+ years of experience in the civil engineering field; aviation related experience and knowledgeable of FAA criteria a plus
• Self-motivated and able to handle a fast-paced position
• Goal and deadline oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Total Rewards Package including competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision, paid time off and flexible holiday program, company-paid disability (including paid maternity leave), life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical expenses and/or dependent care, paid family leave, retirement plan with employer match, flexible work schedules (hybrid or remote, when possible), wellness program for physical and mental health
• Non-profit 501c3 education and training assistance, employee assistance program, employee discounts, paid time off for charitable acts of service

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

• Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving light equipment up to 20 pounds.
• Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.