Senior Airport Design Engineer

About the role

Lochner is seeking passionate and driven professionals to join our expanding aviation team. This opportunity offers unmatched potential for technical advancement, project management, and strategic leadership on high-impact national and international airport projects. Whether you're an experienced airport engineer or an emerging leader in civil aviation, this role is designed to support your career growth within a respected and forward-thinking engineering firm.

• Work on cutting-edge projects across national and global airports.
• Engage in continuous learning within a thriving aviation environment.
• Contribute to and lead initiatives in airport design practice.

Responsibilities

• Design of airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, navigational aids, etc.
• Preparation of 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 (a plus).
• Coordinate multiple project tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program.
• Company-paid disability (includes paid maternity leave) and 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.
• Lochner Cares 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

• Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting.
• Must frequently lift and/or move 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, noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.