Overview

Airfield Engineer (Open to experience level) role at Mott MacDonald. We are looking for experienced Airfield Engineers to join our growing Aviation Team to help meet growing demand in UK and International Aviation. We are open to candidates with varying experience levels, but do require some demonstrable industry experience.

Locations: Croydon, Sheffield, Manchester, Southampton

Responsibilities

• Prepare airfield pavement designs
• Analyse geotechnical and soil investigation information and request necessary tests
• Undertake geometric and grading design of Runways, Taxiways, Aprons, service roads, etc.
• Undertake storm water drainage and water management system design for airports
• Oversee the production of Civil 3D Design of civil works and infrastructure and 3D models for airfield projects
• Help to coordinate design across multiple disciplines including pavement engineering, structural engineering, etc.
• Prepare specifications for civil works
• Prepare feasible, logical and efficient work phasing proposals to carry out the construction works
• Undertake civil works design and design reviews covering all stages of design
• Support in the engagement and management of subconsultants
• Support in the preparation of tender documentation and in the support of clients during procurement processes for Airfield Civil Works
• Support in the preparation of methodologies, design proposals, resources estimation, etc. for preparation of bids
• Candidate should be able to travel frequently to the UK and internationally for site visits and to visit MM UK Offices (particularly Croydon)

Senior roles

• Undertake line management duties
• Lead visits to Airfields in the UK and overseas in the monitoring of construction works and in the production of reports on progress
• Provide leadership and line management support to Senior and Airfield Engineers in their development of Airfield designs for airports in the UK and around the world

Candidate specification

• Experience in Airfield Engineering Design or the Management of Airfield Design and good CAD (2D and 3D) capabilities
• Excellent written and spoken English; ability to speak additional languages would be desirable
• Ideally a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or similar recognised professional body and have, or be working towards, a Chartered Engineer status
• Experience in bid and client account management would be advantageous

Candidates may be required to travel within the UK and to selected locations internationally (subject to mutual agreement).

We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please be advised that offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance.

Employment details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Pattern: Full Time
• Discipline: Aviation
• Job Ref: 8875
• Recruiter Contact: Ainsley Anstess

Benefits (highlights)

• Health and wellbeing: Private medical insurance, health cash plan, access to menopause support, comprehensive wellbeing program, salary flex benefits
• Financial wellbeing: Pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, flexible benefits, bonus schemes
• Lifestyle: Generous holiday, employee saving schemes, retailer discounts
• Enhanced family and carers leave
• Learning and development: Professional subscription, mentoring, training, and self-development options
• Networks and communities: Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers

Location(s): Croydon, Sheffield, Manchester, Southampton.

We’re actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.