Graduate Engineer, Civil - Aviation

TKDA’s Aviation Division excels in delivering innovative, sustainable, and efficient solutions for airport planning, design, and construction. With a team of experienced professionals, we ensure seamless integration of cutting-edge technology and industry best practices to enhance airport operations and passenger experience. We partner with airports throughout Minnesota to elevate aviation infrastructure to new heights!

As a Graduate Engineer, you will work on diverse and impactful aviation projects, from small general aviation airports to large international hubs, gaining hands-on experience and expanding your skills. Aviation/Airport experience is a plus but is not required. If you’re passionate about transportation engineering and eager to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!

• Prepare detailed drawings using AutoCAD.
• Perform calculations for project dimensions and elevations.
• Compute and tabulate quantities.
• Conduct preliminary surveys and construction administration.
• Contribute to runway, taxiway, apron, utility, roadway, NAVAIDS, fueling facility, and security enhancement projects.
• Collaborate with Civil Engineers, Designers, Technicians, and Planners.
• Travel as needed for construction administration, meetings, and site inspections.
• Must pass all background and security checks required by state and federal aviation agencies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation
• FE/EIT Certification
• previous experience in transportation infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Civil 3D and MS Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to travel, including occasional overnight trips

• 2 or more years of civil engineering experience in an airport setting
• Knowledge of drafting techniques and engineering practices
• Experience in airport planning and design
• Experience with topographic surveys, on-site inspections, and construction observations
• Training or experience with ArcGIS

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan

401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals

ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

*Pre-Employment Screening*

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

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