Aviation Project Engineer

ESP Associates•Little Rock, AR
•Onsite

About The Position

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, is seeking an Aviation Project Engineer in our Little Rock, AR location. The Aviation Project Engineer designs, drafts, and works alongside specification writers, technical engineers, surveyors, and interns working on specific projects. As a member of the team, you will be involved in the planning, designing, and assisting with a wide variety of aviation-related projects. This position will serve as a key part of our aviation team and will have the opportunity to work on challenging turnkey projects with an experienced design team, while also gaining valuable knowledge from professional engineers with many years of experience. Great work is built on great people. For more than 60 years, McClelland Consulting Engineers, LLC, an ESP Company, has been serving clients across the region with a commitment to quality, integrity, and personalized service. As our firm continues to grow, so does our team of talented professionals across a wide range of disciplines. Our culture is about more than what we accomplish professionally. We believe a strong workplace is one where people have opportunities to connect beyond the day-to-day. From summer cookouts and office competitions to annual mini-golf tournaments and community volunteer events, our teams make time to build relationships, have fun, and give back. Join a team where you can build your career and find your people.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • EIT
  • Knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures of the FAA
  • Basic knowledge of airport operations
  • Initiative and ability to exercise independent judgement
  • Experience with AutoCAD & Microsoft Office
  • Soft Skills: Creativity, Problem Solving, Time Management & Planning, Critical Thinking
  • Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

  • Registered Civil Engineer (PE) in the State of Arkansas

Responsibilities

  • Cost estimating and preliminary design
  • Assisting with funding applications and environmental studies
  • Perform detailed reviews, studies, analyses, etc., and prepare detailed report on results and findings
  • Develop construction plans and specifications
  • Perform detailed design calculations
  • Consult with clients to obtain and relay information relating to projects
  • Assist in the management of projects throughout construction.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews.
  • 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility at beginning of the quarter following 3 months’ employment)
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) & 9 Paid Holidays
  • Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (MCE self-insured)
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
  • Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account & Limited Flexible Spending Account
  • HSA Savings Account
  • Additional Optional Insurances Available
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