As part of Garver’s Texas Aviation team, the Aviation Project Engineer will be largely responsible for performing design for airport projects, including improvements to runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield grading and drainage, hangars, fuel farms, parking areas, terminal buildings, and other airport construction related projects.
This Project Engineer must have the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplined team, work with diverse clients, and must be capable of producing full design phase deliverables including drawings, specifications, cost estimates, exhibits, technical reports and narratives. Tasks associated with producing a set of construction documents include drafting, quantity computations, specifications, and cost estimates. Design development software packages including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other civil design packages will be used.
As responsibilities grow, this engineer will have the opportunity to perform periodic onsite construction observation duties, construction administration, and submittal reviews for projects under construction.
Garver offers the opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by experienced aviation design engineers. Ranked as an ENR Top 500 firm, Garver remains dedicated to providing quality service to our clients and offering opportunities for career growth to our staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Licensed as an Engineer in Training
- 2-5 years of related experience
- Candidate will be expected to apply FAA airfield design criteria and understand applicable civil and aviation construction specifications
- Detail-oriented and a team player with strong self-initiative to meet deadlines
- Strong written and oral communication skills with both internal employees and external clients
- Strong working knowledge and ability to design in CAD programs including AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Some travel may be required (approximately 10% with occasional overnight)
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience in civil engineering on airfields
- Experience with FAA design standards
- Licensed pilot or other aviation-related experience
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Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,300 employees, Garver has a people-first culture that drives innovative, client-first service and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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