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About the Role

RS&H seeks a senior-level civil airfield engineer to join our Austin aviation team. This is a technical leadership role where you'll serve as a subject matter expert, lead complex aviation projects, and mentor the next generation of engineers, while building equity in an employee-owned firm.

Responsibilities

• Design complete airfield systems from concept through construction
• Prepare plans, specifications, engineering analysis, and comprehensive project documents
• Conduct design studies, cost analyses, and site selection for aviation facilities
• Perform quality control reviews and ensure project milestones are met
• Provide field reviews and construction observations
• Apply deep expertise to resolve complex design challenges
• Mentor junior staff on technical accuracy and best practices
• Lead discipline-specific and small multidisciplinary teams
• Focus on innovative design and technical excellence
• Ensure compliance with FAA standards and federal/state regulations
• Contribute to new service development and process improvements
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders across Texas
• Participate in business development and technical proposals
• Represent RS&H's technical capabilities in the aviation market

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program
• 12+ years of relevant civil/airfield engineering experience
• Experience with FAA design standards and airport grant programs
• Active PE license in good standing
• Texas PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Proficiency with design software and construction documentation tools
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and regulations
• Proven ability to lead projects and provide technical guidance to junior staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience leading major aviation projects or multiple moderate-sized projects
• Track record of addressing complex technical challenges professionally
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients and stakeholders
• Comfortable reviewing and mentoring others' work
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively

Skills

• Civil engineering
• Airfield design
• FAA design standards
• Airport grant programs
• Design software
• Construction documentation
• Federal, state, and local codes and regulations
• Technical leadership
• Project management
• Client relations
• Stakeholder management
• Business development
• Technical proposals
• Communication skills

Location

• Austin

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Senior-level
• 12+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Benefits

• Path to employee ownership
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Professional development
• Technical training
• Firm equity
• Bonus programs

About the Company

• RS&H is an employee-owned firm and an ENR Top 6 Aviation Design Firm.
• We serve airports nationwide as trusted advisors, delivering expertise in airfield design, environmental planning, and resiliency.
• Our integrated approach and collaborative culture enable you to work on meaningful projects while continuously developing your skills.
• RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms.
• We offer an exceptional journey from start to future.
• Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together.
• We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.

Equal Opportunity

• An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.