Airfield Engineering Associate I

RS&H • Indianapolis, IN

7h • Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking an airfield engineering associate to join its aviation team in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role is office-based and involves creating civil engineering projects for airports throughout the United States. The associate will use AutoCAD to create plans, including geometric designs, and will work under the guidance of more senior engineers on runways, taxiways, aprons, pavement, stormwater, and utility infrastructure projects. Occasional travel (less than 25%) is required to coordinate with airports, airlines, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and construction management to better understand project details.

The position is part of a collaborative, team-oriented aviation group serving airports of varied sizes. RS&H is an employee-owned architecture, engineering, and consulting firm whose associates work together to deliver buildings and infrastructure, guided by integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Willingness to learn software platforms such as AutoCAD.
• Critical-thinking skills and willingness to ask questions when something is not understood.
• Ability and experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, including carefully checking work before submission.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of the Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Engineering Internship (EI) exam, or intent to complete it within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Create civil engineering plans for airport projects using AutoCAD, including geometric designs.
• Contribute, under the guidance of more senior engineers, to projects involving runways, taxiways, aprons, bituminous and concrete pavement, stormwater, and utility infrastructure.
• Occasionally travel to coordinate with airports, airlines, the FAA, and construction management to better understand project details.
• Collaborate with the project team and contribute to shared responsibility for completing projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level