Project Engineer – Aviation Infrastructure

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level 

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder’s Design team is looking for you! From bridge and structural engineering to civil, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering, Kleinfelder’s collaborative Design Services create synergy across multiple disciplines. 

Step into Your New Role 

Kleinfelder's Southern California Area is seeking an experienced Project Engineer – Aviation Infrastructure to join our team! This position has the option of a hybrid work schedule and can be located in any of our offices throughout Southern California. 

This role involves technical leadership across the planning, design, and detailing of aviation and broader transportation infrastructure projects, with a focus on airside (runways, taxiways, aprons) and landside (access roads, grading, utilities) systems

The qualified candidate will also be responsible for the following: 

• Engineering Lead with demonstrated success in client relationships, design and project oversight 
• Lead the design and coordination of aviation-focused infrastructure, including pavement design, stormwater systems, utility relocation, and both FAA and AASHTO standards compliance across multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated experience in organization and technical expertise to meet deadlines and budget requirements
• Proven experience working on aviation projects including both landside and airside facilities 

Additional Responsibilities will include: 

• Project engineering duties including, but not limited to performing roadway, highway, analysis and design and peer/constructability reviews 
• Lead QA/QC processes and assure quality products are delivered to the client 
• Actively contribute to projects by performing tasks requiring a broad and/or deep knowledge in the field of transportation engineering 
• Provide technical interface with clients and contractors 
• Develop, establish, and oversee all aspects, including cost control and planning/scheduling efforts on multiple projects 
• Effectively communicate technical and promotional material to staff, clients and sub-consultants 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related.  An advanced degree, i.e. MS or PhD is preferred. PE in CA or ability to obtain within 12 months. 
• 6-10 years of progressively combined experience in design delivery for runways, taxiways, aprons, drainage, and airside/landside infrastructure or other related transportation projects and programs 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills 

Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.  

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:  

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $81,000 - $115,000. 

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.  

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES   

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.