Project Engineer - Aviation

The Thrasher Group • Canton, OH

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About The Position

The Thrasher Group is seeking a Project Engineer for its Aviation team in Canton, Ohio. The team delivers aviation projects such as taxiway rehabilitations, apron expansions, security enhancements, and airfield access roads. The role applies civil engineering skills in areas including grading, drainage, utilities, and pavement design. Prior aviation experience is not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in land development, aviation, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and related design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must complete pre-employment drug screening and background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience with FAA design standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design and support for aviation projects from concept through permitting and construction.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and design teams to support successful project delivery.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, municipalities, utilities, and FAA representatives throughout design and permitting.
• Prepare and review permit packages for zoning, stormwater, environmental, and aviation-specific requirements, including plans, details, calculations, and reports.
• Develop bid and construction packages containing plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit documents.
• Oversee preparation of technical reports, including assessments, preliminary engineering reports, SWPPPs, and airport layout plans.
• Guide staff engineers and review construction inspection reports for compliance with contract documents and FAA standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• Health Savings Account with company contributions.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid $100,000 life insurance policy.
• Supplemental life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to a 4% company match.
• Profit sharing and discretionary bonuses.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Support for continuing education and professional registrations.
• Assistance with warehouse club memberships, gym fees, and race entry fees.
• Schedule flexibility, including Flex Fridays.

What This Job Offers

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