Job Description

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Mesa, AZ 85210
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $125,000.00 - $170,000.00 Salary/yearAre you ready to take your career to new heights in the dynamic world of airport design and development? Lochner is seeking passionate and driven professionals to join our expanding aviation team. This is your opportunity to work on high-impact national and international airport projects, lead multidisciplinary teams, and grow into a leadership role within a respected and forward-thinking engineering firm.
Whether you're an experienced airport engineer or an emerging leader in civil aviation, this role offers unmatched potential for technical advancement, project management, and strategic leadership. At Lochner, your career journey is supported by a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth. Let’s build the future of aviation together—this opportunity was designed with you in mind.
As a Design Engineer, you can experience the following:
- National and International Aviation Exposure: Work on cutting-edge projects across national and global airports.
- Career Development Opportunities: Engage in continuous learning within a thriving aviation environment.
- Leadership Opportunities: Contribute to and lead initiatives in airport design practice.
Your Impact:
- Design of airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, navigational aids, etc.
- Preparation of engineering design reports, construction plans, and contract documents / technical specifications.
- Experience in design of general civil engineering projects including site design, sanitary wastewater, water and hydraulic evaluation a plus.
Who you are:
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE designation) preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in the civil engineering field; aviation related experience and knowledgeable of FAA criteria a plus
- Ability to coordinate multiple project tasks
- Self-motivated and able to handle a fast-paced position
- Goal and deadline orientated
- Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office