Design Engineer - Aviation Infrastructure

4w1 month ago

Bolton & Menk

Des Moines, US · Full-time · $65,000 – $85,000

About this role

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Aviation Transportation team in our Ames office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

In this civil engineering role, we are looking to add an EIT who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities. The majority of your time will be spent assisting project managers and project engineers in design and construction phase activities on municipal airport and Aviation Transportation projects.

With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond. You will work alongside a team dedicated to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction.

This role offers the chance to grow your career within a supportive environment that values professional development. Bolton & Menk provides an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities to protect our most valuable asset—our people.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college
Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or able to obtain within 12 months of hire
Prior experience in either infrastructure design and/or construction observation
Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software (i.e. AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation)
Requires frequent travel during construction season
Possess a valid driver's license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required
Must be legally authorized to work in the US without need for current or future visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal airport and Aviation Transportation projects
Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies
Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates
Perform construction observation activities including construction staking, documentation of activities, measuring and testing, and providing general oversight
Interact with contractors, sub-contractors, residents, and City staff during construction administration duties
Support the mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities through your work on aviation infrastructure projects