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Professional Engineer, Civil - Airfield / Airport Design

TKDA’s Aviation Engineering Team brings expertise in airfield / airport engineering & planning, integrated solutions, and comprehensive services. Join us to shape the future of air travel!

We are seeking a Civil PE with 5-10 years of experience in airfield / airport, transportation, municipal, and/or site development projects. Aviation experience is a plus, but not required. The ideal candidate is passionate about tackling diverse projects in a fast-paced environment.

Flexible work arrangement (3 days in office / 2 days WFH)

Location Note: TKDA HQ is moving to the South Loop Bloomington neighborhood!

Check out the announcement to learn more! TKDA New HQ | 2025

Responsibilities

Support design and planning for a variety of complex site development and airfield design projects.
Manage the entire lifecycle of projects from conceptual design through construction
Contribute to the rehabilitation and construction of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, roadways, NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements
Collaborate a group of passionate engineers, designers, technicians, and planners to provide engineering services to airports across the country including small general aviation airports, large international commercial airports, and military bases.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Registered as a Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of employment.
Minimum of 5 - 10 years of design experience related to aviation, municipal, and/or transportation projects; well-versed in the design of roadways, utilities, site grading, drainage and storm water management.
Emerging interest or prior experience leading project teams and managing project scopes, schedules, financials, and technical requirements.
Proficiency preparing plan sets, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
Ability to apply effective written and verbal communication when developing proposals, preparing technical reports, participating in or leading project team meetings, and delivering client or public presentations.
Flexibility to travel as needed (10-20%) for team meetings, client consultations, public meetings, site assessments/visits, marketing presentations/interviews, conferences, etc.; Occasional overnight travel may be required.
In possession of a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous training or experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD.
Previous training or experience with ArcGIS.
Previous design experience with airfield or airport infrastructure projects.
Previous experience preparing proposals and contract documentation.
Familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and procedures.

In addition, to be considered for this opportunity and to perform the assigned responsibilities, the selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to complete and pass any background, security, and/or drug test requests required by TKDA, clients, and state and/or federal agencies responsible for aviation operations as an on-going condition of employment.

*Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies*

TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.

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What You Should Know About Professional Engineer, Civil - Airfield / Airport Design, TKDA

At TKDA, we're on the lookout for a dynamic and skilled Professional Engineer, Civil - Airfield / Airport Design to join our Aviation Engineering Team based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of air travel and have 5 to 10 years of experience in airfield or airport projects, transportation, or site development, we want to hear from you! You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of complex projects, managing them from conceptual design through to construction. Whether you're enhancing runways, designing utilities, or collaborating with a dedicated team of engineers and planners, your contributions will make a significant impact. Our team assembles aerial infrastructure solutions tailored for airports across the nation—from bustling international airports to small general aviation facilities. With flexible work arrangements and exciting plans to relocate to our new HQ in Bloomington's South Loop, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Join us at TKDA to make your mark in the aviation world and help us innovate continuously!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Professional Engineer, Civil - Airfield / Airport Design at TKDA?

As a Professional Engineer, Civil - Airfield / Airport Design at TKDA, your main responsibilities will include supporting the design and planning of complex site development and airfield design projects, managing the lifecycle of these projects from initial concepts to construction completion, and collaborating with a team of engineers and planners. You'll also contribute to the rehabilitation and construction of critical infrastructure elements such as runways, taxiways, and fueling facilities.