Job Description

Our Airports Team is taking airport design to the next level. From roadway to runway or full terminal design, we’ll take your career to new heights.

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Aviation group is seeking a Civil Engineer- EIT to join our practice in Boston, MA, Auburn, NH, or Portland, ME. The Civil Engineer- EIT is to work as a team member on small and large projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager. This role will develop your skills in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and designing engineering transportation systems for projects. It will also provide you with the opportunity to experience how heavy civil and aviation infrastructure is built out in the field.

Why Choose Stantec?

• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.
• We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or the baseball game that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Use knowledge of the general concepts of relevant civil engineering elements including the design of roadways, runways, taxiways and aircraft parking aprons, drainage, grading, etc.
• Perform civil engineering design tasks on assigned transportation or development related projects.
• Perform calculations and analyses in support of project design development.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, project document reports, client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
• Attend and assist in client/contractor/stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of client's goals.
• Recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Utilize relevant software programs to prepare exhibits and complex working drawings. Continue to develop skills using software programs for design and/or drafting.
• Perform duties as an on-site resident engineer/resident inspector during construction of airport related development projects and other civil/site development projects.
• Perform other duties of a nature and level as appropriate and as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for significant periods of time, ability to walk over/traverse uneven ground
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to take initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the design team.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Basic knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, as well as relevant software programs which may include, AviPlan, and Stormwater Modelling is highly desirable

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Survey Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering/Management Technology from ABET accredited program
• Engineering Intern Certification (Fundamentals of Engineering Exam) with the aim of obtaining full professional licensure
• 1 to 2 years of experience as an entry level engineer or as a student intern at an engineering or construction related firm is highly desirable.

Position will be a split of work in an office setting and field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.