Aviation Civil Engineer

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors. From architecture, food/beverage processing, federal, transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities.

Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last.

Mead & Hunt, an award-winning national architecture and engineering firm, has continued to exceed our strategic growth initiatives creating opportunity for our current and prospective team members. As a result, a full-time position is available for an experienced civil engineer to join our collaborative and innovative aviation team based at our Portland, OR office. This position will include a hybrid of both design and field work on runways, taxiways, aprons, roads, and other related aviation civil engineering projects as needed.

Responsibilities Include

• Developing plans and specifications
• Analyzing and preparing engineering reports, budgets, construction cost estimates, studies and permits for various airport design projects
• Performing drafting tasks in AutoCAD and Civil3D to generate plan sheets
• Assisting with construction administration and inspection tasks including working in the field at project sites (weekends and nights, as needed)
• Reading and interpreting FAA Advisory Circulars, geotechnical reports, and survey data to utilize in project designs
• May assist with client contact, meetings, and communication pertain to specific projects
• Other tasks as assigned

A valid driver’s license, the ability to pass background check to gain access to airport sites, and travel will be required.

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Background

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in civil engineering, construction engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience

The ideal candidate will have experience in any/all the following:

• 5 or more years of relevant engineering experience would be a plus
• EIT certification is preferred
• AutoCAD and/or Civil3D software programs
• Comfortable with public speaking and working in a client facing role
• Construction field tasks including site grading, utilities, drainage, erosion control, paving, materials testing, and/or surveying
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project software programs

At Mead & Hunt we shape the future by putting people first. If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, we can help you grow your career working with industry experts on exciting projects. Complete the online application at www.meadhunt.com/careers if this matches your career goals.

Why Mead & Hunt?

• Strong Company Culture
• Robust Career Advancement, Training, & Growth Opportunities
• Employee-Owned Firm
• Flexible Schedules
• Diverse Skillsets, One Company
• Impressive Benefits Package

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.