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Civil Engineer

McFarland Johnson
Saratoga, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026
At McFarland Johnson (MJ), you'll own your future. We're a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology, and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.

Certified as a Great Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture as collaborative, people-focused, and supportive. Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together.

We're looking for a Civil Engineer to join our team in Saratoga Springs or Syracuse, NY. This position will primarily support our Aviation division, working on airport improvement projects throughout the Northeast.

You don't need previous aviation experience to be considered. We're looking for someone with a solid civil design background who is interested in expanding into airport infrastructure. Experience with site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, pavement, or transportation projects would translate well into this role.

Why Join Us?

  • Career Growth: Take on meaningful design work while continuing to build your technical and project experience.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work with engineers, planners, environmental professionals, and construction staff across the company.
  • Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, your work contributes directly to MJ's success.
  • Professional Development: Receive mentorship, technical training, and support as you work toward your PE license.
  • Work-Life Balance: MJ offers flexible schedules, generous paid time off, and a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design of airport and civil infrastructure projects throughout the Northeast.
  • Prepare plans for grading, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, pavement, roadways, and other airside and landside improvements.
  • Develop engineering calculations, reports, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.
  • Prepare and revise project drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, planners, clients, contractors, and subconsultants.
  • Complete site visits, field investigations, and seasonal construction observation as needed.
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, and requests for information.
  • Complete assigned work within established project schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Approximately 3'5 years of civil engineering or infrastructure-design experience.
  • EIT certification preferred.
  • Currently working toward Professional Engineer licensure.
  • Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Revit experience is a plus.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
  • Background check required

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive base salary starting at $39/hr plus a performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
  • Company funded ESOP 401(k) employer match.
  • Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.

Join Us And Make a Difference

Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can #ownyourfuture.

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