Civil Site Engineer - Aviation

CHA • Providence, RI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join CHA Consulting, Inc. as a Civil Site Engineer – Aviation in Providence, RI, and contribute to shaping reliable airport environments. This role supports a range of aviation projects, including runway and taxiway systems and terminal developments, offering a strong platform for technical growth and impact in the aviation sector. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in land development, municipal engineering, transportation, roadway, and other civil infrastructure disciplines interested in aviation projects. Previous aviation experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of 2 years of related engineering experience in site development, land development, transportation, municipal infrastructure, water resources, aviation, or a related discipline required
• Familiarity with grading, drainage, utility, roadway, pavement, or site design principles
• Strong theoretical knowledge and willingness to learn within the engineering discipline
• Strong knowledge of engineering software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Desire to learn aviation engineering and work on complex infrastructure projects

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred
• Previous aviation experience is preferred
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the design of civil engineering projects from concept through construction under the guidance of experienced engineers
• Assist with developing preliminary site layouts, grading, drainage, utility, pavement, and infrastructure designs while preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, and specifications
• Participate in the design of aviation infrastructure projects, including airfields, terminals, roadways, parking areas, and support facilities
• Assist with engineering analyses and support identifying and resolving technical issues while ensuring designs align with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in field visits and construction observations to gain practical project experience
• Develop familiarity with FAA, state, and local aviation design standards and assist in applying regulatory requirements
• Perform periodic field observations during construction to document project progress, verify work generally conforms to design plans and specifications, review erosion and sediment control measures, and communicate observations to the project team
• Support construction administration activities by preparing field reports, documenting site conditions with photographs, attending progress meetings, tracking installed quantities, and coordinating with contractors, clients, and project managers throughout construction

Benefits

• Build hands-on experience across airside, landside, and aviation facility projects that support safe, reliable airport operations
• Work with a multidisciplinary team delivering integrated solutions—from runway and taxiway systems to terminals, parking, and support infrastructure
• Grow your technical skills while contributing to projects that enhance efficiency, safety, and passenger experience across airports of all sizes

What This Job Offers

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