Civil Engineer, Aviation

EXP

Civil Engineer specializing in Aviation projects, part of EXP's design team in Chicago, working on major airport developments across the US.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $85,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead design efforts in airfield geometry
Conduct airfield pavement design
Implement airfield lighting and signage
Manage utility installation and relocation
Oversee construction phasing
Design airport access roads and security facilities
Develop landside transportation facilities
Prepare contract documents, specifications, reports, and detailed cost estimates
Conduct construction administration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Civil Engineering with 2+ years of related airport design experience
EIT or PE
Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil3D or Microstation
Good oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong interpersonal skills that focus on meeting customer requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vacation time
401(k) retirement benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

airfield geometry designairfield pavement designairfield lighting designsignage designutility installationconstruction phasingairport access road designsecurity facility designlandsides transportation facility developmentconstruction administration

Soft Skills

oral communicationwritten communicationorganizational skillstime managementattention to detailaccuracyinterpersonal skillscustomer focus

Certifications

EITPE