Entry Level Civil Engineer - Aviation

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Take Off with CHA as an Entry Level Civil Engineer - Aviation — Transform Concepts into Impactful Airport Solutions

Are you ready to apply your civil engineering education to airport projects that connect people, businesses, and communities? Would you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can build practical experience while learning from professionals across multiple engineering disciplines?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Entry Level Civil Engineer - Aviation to join our Aviation Team in Rochester, NY. In this role, you will support the planning and design of airfield and landside improvements that promote safe, efficient, and reliable airport operations. From runways, taxiways, and aprons to access roads, parking facilities, and stormwater systems, you’ll gain exposure to the interconnected infrastructure that creates a seamless airport environment while developing the technical skills needed to grow your engineering career.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with the design and development of civil engineering solutions for airport infrastructure projects
• Support senior engineers in preparing technical reports, contract documents, and cost estimates
• Perform engineering calculations and design tasks in accordance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to projects involving runways, taxiways, aprons, access roads, parking facilities, drainage, and other airside and landside improvements
• Join field assignments with senior staff to observe existing conditions, support data collection, and gain firsthand exposure to airport design and construction

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• No experience required; however prior internships and/or relevant coursework are preferred
• Strong theoretical foundation and familiarity with engineering software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team
• Participation in professional engineering society/organization preferred
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification a plus

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Learn alongside experienced aviation professionals while strengthening your technical and problem-solving skills
• Gain exposure to multiple phases of airport development, from early planning and design through construction
• Contribute to infrastructure that enhances airport safety, efficiency, functionality, and the passenger experience

Curious about the impactful work our Aviation team is doing? Discover our specialized solutions for airside, landside, and facility-related airport infrastructure by visiting: CHA Aviation.

Salary Range:

$75,000 - $78,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is forward leaning, welcoming, and always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of belonging and collaboration, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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