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Airfield Civil Engineer

Job in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28201, USA
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Structural Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be h accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Airfield Civil Engineer to be a key contributor for engineering design and planning projects in Charlotte, North Carolina. You'll play a key role in delivering major airfield projects in Charlotte and throughout the Southeastern United State. As an airfield engineer specializing in airfield and landside planning and design, you will be involved with developing the planning, design, and construction of airport improvement projects for our Carolinas and Southeast airport clients.

At AECOM, you'll benefit from the flexibility to shape your career path, collaborate with top-tier aviation engineers and planners, and leverage industry-leading resources to expand your technical and leadership capabilities. With a strong aviation backlog and clear opportunities for advancement, AECOM provides the platform experienced airfield engineers need to continue growing.

How You'll Contribute

* Develops civil airfield planning, design and construction improvement documents, working with experienced aviation planning and design staff,

* Ongoing collaboration with planning and design team members, contractors, and subconsultants for ongoing planning, design, and construction projects.

* Performing a wide array of aviation-related civil design, planning, construction support, and client management services for General Aviation and Commercial Air Service Airports.

* Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of small and large multi-discipline projects involving design of airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, vehicle service roads, airfield lighting and signage installation, navigational aids, drainage improvements, utility relocation and protection, and pavement rehabilitation.

* Drives projects from inception to final delivery in the planning, design, and construction administration of airports, including grading, drainage, pavement design, specifications, and construction safety plans

* Collaborating and/or coordinating delivery teams consisting of multi-discipline design engineers and technicians

* AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D design manager duties

* Analyze GIS data, client as-builts, survey data, geotechnical data, subsurface utility information and data needed for project development

* Mentor and develop staff, provide leadership and an environment which encourages teamwork, initiative and growth

* Direct and support the production of multiple projects in parallel.

* Develops and nurtures positive, solution-focused client relationships.

* Ensure seamless coordination with stakeholders, including clients, funding agencies, the FAA, state aviation officials, and permitting authority.

Qualifications

Minimum:

* BS Civil Engineering or related field and 6 years of airport/airfield planning or civil engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

* Experienced with AutoCAD Civil 3D Design

Preferred:

* North Carolina Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain in 12 months.

* Experience with airport improvements from planning through the design and construction phase; and

* Proficient and experienced in FAA Advisory Circulars and Airport Design and Engineering Standards

Additional Information

* Relocation is available for this position

* Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment,…
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