Civil Aviation Engineer in Training

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

Our Airports Team is taking airport design to the next level. From roadway to runway or full terminal design, we’ll take your career to new heights.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is looking for an entry level aviation engineer to join our Airports team in the Columbus, Ohio office. The Civil Engineer will focus on supporting planning, design, and construction projects related to airport infrastructure. The successful candidate will perform engineering work requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria under close supervision, and will carry out related civil engineering tasks such as preparation of plans, designs, calculations, and cost estimates in accordance with established codes and standards.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Under the direction of lead engineer, assist with the preparation of construction plans, estimates, and other deliverables for airport projects.
• Prepare project designs and deliverables in compliance to documented commitments, standards, and for quality assurance.
• Work with design team to complete assignments.
• Work with design team to track project scopes, schedules, budgets.
• Follow all in-house procedures related to documentation of designs, process flow, filing, etc.
• Assist with bid coordination and construction administration.
• Communicate with design team and eventually clients and review agencies.
• Attend and document project/client meetings with agendas and/or notes/minutes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficient with MS Office Suite including Word and Excel.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Civil3D.
• Experience with Bentley MicroStation and Open Roads Designer a plus.
• Ability to work in groups or alone.
• Good communication skills, attentiveness to detail, and multi-tasking ability.
• Willingness to learn new skills and interface with multiple project managers.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering is required
• Minimum of 0-3 years’ experience, experience in airport or highway design a plus
• Engineer-in-Training certificate preferred or ability to obtain in six (6) months is preferred

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | OH | Columbus

Organization: 1736 Transpt-US North Central-Columbus OH

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 17/09/2025 03:09:03

Req ID: 1002317

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