Job Description

Job Location PHILADELPHIA - PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 Position Type Full Time Salary Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary/year

Urban Engineers is seeking an early-career Civil Engineer to join our Aviation Department. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and construction of airfield and landside infrastructure projects across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. You’ll work alongside senior engineers and project managers while gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle – from design through construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and documentation for runways, taxiways, aprons, access roads, utilities, and stormwater systems.
• Perform calculations, prepare drawings, and develop design reports and cost estimates.
• Support construction-phase services including RFI responses, shop drawing review, and field observation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and assist with permitting, scheduling, and technical deliverables.

• Apply FAA, DOT, and state standards to design tasks.
• Develop proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads for airfield design.

Requirements

• Required:
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited Program
  • 1–3 years of professional experience in civil/site design (aviation, transportation, or infrastructure preferred).
  • Experience with Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads.
  • EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Preferred:
  • Exposure to FAA design standards or DOT projects.
  • Prior aviation or transportation infrastructure design experience.
  • Strong technical writing, coordination, and communication skills.

Benefits of working at Urban:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Fully Remote, Hybrid, or Office-based flexibility
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K and company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Vacation Buy-back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Certification Bonus

Apply today!

Pay Rate: $80,000 - $100,000 / year

Location(s): Northeast/Mid-Atlantic | Remote | Hybrid

About Urban: -LH

Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives.

Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

Qualifications