Professional Engineer, Civil / Transportation | Bring Your Expertise; We'll Teach You to Design Airports

TKDA • Milwaukee, WI

3d

About The Position

TKDA is seeking a professional civil engineer to join its aviation team and contribute to aviation and transportation infrastructure projects. The role is suitable for engineers with experience in aviation, surface transportation, municipal, site development, or related infrastructure work. TKDA provides technical guidance, mentoring, training, and hands-on project experience to help engineers develop expertise in airport and airfield design, including runway rehabilitation, airfield improvements, airport planning and development, and FAA standards.

The position supports projects throughout their lifecycle, from planning and conceptual design through construction administration and closeout. Project work may include runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, drainage systems, roadways, fueling facilities, security enhancements, and other airport infrastructure. The engineer will prepare calculations, design documents, reports, specifications, and cost estimates, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

TKDA is a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, and planning firm. Its collaborative culture emphasizes curiosity, innovation, mentoring, professional growth, and shared success. The role may involve periodic travel, approximately 10–20%, for project meetings, site visits, conferences, and client engagements. The listed base salary range is $94,500–$130,000 for candidates with 5–15 years of related experience; compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or ability to obtain registration within six months of employment.
• Approximately 5–15 years of engineering experience in aviation, transportation, municipal, site development, or related infrastructure projects involving roadway design, utilities, grading, drainage, and/or stormwater management.
• Interest in leading project tasks and contributing to project delivery, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination.
• Experience preparing engineering plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to travel periodically, approximately 10–20%, for project meetings, site visits, conferences, and client engagements.
• Authorization to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience with ArcGIS.
• Experience supporting airfield or airport infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, standards, and funding programs.
• Experience preparing proposals and contract documents.
• Previous project coordination or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and construction of aviation and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to projects involving runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, drainage systems, roadways, fueling facilities, security enhancements, and other airport infrastructure.
• Participate throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and conceptual design through construction administration and closeout.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design documents, technical reports, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, designers, technicians, and project managers to develop practical solutions.
• Participate in client meetings, project presentations, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Assist with proposal development, project pursuits, and business development efforts.
• Represent TKDA as a trusted advisor and partner to airport clients and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to project delivery, scheduling, budgeting, coordination, and task leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses through an annual incentive plan.
• Monthly employer HSA contributions for employees who choose an HSA-eligible plan.
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan funded entirely by company profits.
• Paid time off accrued based on professional experience.
• Eight paid holidays per year.
• Personalized Total Compensation Overview after a formal offer.

What This Job Offers

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