Professional Engineer, Civil / Transportation | Bring Your Expertise; We'll Teach You to Design Airports

About the role

We’re looking for a professional civil engineer to work alongside a team of aviation enthusiasts. Whether you consider yourself a seasoned airport engineer or not, many of the skills that make civil engineers successful in aviation are transferable from surface transportation, municipal, and site development projects. Most of our team members started their careers outside aviation before discovering the fascinating world of airport and airfield infrastructure design.

Our team includes experienced airport engineers, planners, and technical specialists who are passionate about sharing their expertise, mentoring teammates, and helping others grow. We value your curiosity and eagerness to learn, your ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies, and your passion to design solutions for whatever engineering challenge is presented. We’ll provide the support, technical guidance, and hands-on project experience needed to build a rewarding career in this unique field — from runway rehabilitation and airfield improvements to airport planning, development, and FAA standards.

At TKDA, you're more than an employee — you're an owner. As a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, and planning firm, every project you help deliver contributes directly to the long-term success of the company and your fellow employee-owners. Our collaborative culture encourages curiosity, innovation, and professional growth while providing opportunities to build the career you want.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and construction of aviation and transportation infrastructure projects
• Contribute to projects involving runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, drainage systems, roadways, fueling facilities, security enhancements, and other airport infrastructure
• Participate throughout the entire project lifecycle, from planning and conceptual design through construction administration and closeout
• Prepare engineering calculations, design documents, technical reports, specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Work alongside engineers, planners, designers, technicians, and project managers to deliver creative and practical solutions
• Learn from experienced aviation professionals who are passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of airport engineers
• Expand technical expertise through hands-on project experience, training opportunities, and collaboration with industry experts
• Participate in client meetings, project presentations, and stakeholder engagement activities
• Assist with proposal development, project pursuits, and business development efforts
• Represent TKDA as a trusted advisor and partner to airport clients and project stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of employment
• Approximately 5–15 years of engineering experience in aviation, transportation, municipal, site development, or related infrastructure projects consisting of roadway design, utilities, grading, drainage, and/or stormwater management
• Interest in leading project tasks and contributing to project delivery, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination efforts
• Experience preparing engineering plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to travel periodically (approximately 10–20%) for project meetings, site visits, conferences, and client engagements

Qualifications

• Previous experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD
• Experience with ArcGIS
• Experience supporting airfield or airport infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, standards, and funding programs
• Experience preparing proposals and contract documents
• Previous project coordination or leadership experience

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned firm, every one of our 450 professionals thrives on collaboration and holistic development — our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA contributions: monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
• 401(k) match: employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Employee Stock Ownership Plan funded entirely by company profits
• Paid time off: accrue PTO based on your professional experience plus eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up.