Project Engineer, Aviation

Westwood Professional Services Inc•Appleton, WI

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Aviation service team in Appleton, Wisconsin or Madison, Wisconsin. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of diverse roadway design experience. Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of tasks supporting various project types and project managers. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with an energetic aviation staff on a range of projects, including airport planning, airfield layout and design, safety plans, airfield civil design and construction, facilities design and infrastructure, and environmental studies. Westwood’s Aviation group has a diversified range of projects that require preparing a variety of civil engineering and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) planning reports, studies, and plans for large, complex projects in a timely and proficient manner to produce solutions that support our clients' success.

Requirements

Working knowledge of aviation planning, programming, design and construction is a plus.
Preferred candidate will have working experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and an understanding of Bureau of Aeronautics policies and procedures.
Outgoing, friendly, approachable
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines
Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in Autodesk Civil3D, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office applications
Proficient in the use of national design standards (MUTCD, AASHTO, etc.)
Proficient in applying ADA/PROWAG criteria in public infrastructure design
Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks
Ability to delegate assignments and determine methods and procedures
BS in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
3+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering preferred

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of aviation planning, programming, design and construction is a plus.
Preferred candidate will have working experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and an understanding of Bureau of Aeronautics policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Work as a key member of a design team under the direction of various Project Managers.
Work with a team in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects of various size and complexity
Prepare plan documents and supporting design calculations
Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Produce high quality work and implement and maintain quality assurance procedures
Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agencies
Coordinate with Clients depending on project role.
Identify applicable codes, standards or other design requirements
Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates
Perform field reviews and other assessments for use in design
Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
Represent clients and firm in meetings with governmental agencies
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Make decisions independently in regard to various issues and methods
Prioritize and manage own workload
Mentor, train and/or supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel
Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism