Project Engineer – Airports

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

• Position: Project Engineer – Airports
• Job status: Exempt-salaried
• Location: Spokane, WA
• (Relocation assistance provided)

Project Engineer – Airports | Design and deliver civil engineering airport infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, aprons, terminal expansions, and site development from concept through construction.

THE ROLE

As a Civil Project Engineer (Airports), you will design and deliver essential civil engineering airport infrastructure for landside and airside projects such as taxiways, runways, terminal expansions, and site development, while building toward technical leadership and project ownership. You will support projects from concept through construction in a collaborative, employee-owned environment. These responsibilities include: These responsibilities include:

Execute assigned project tasks and phases and deliver defined technical work products within assigned scopes

Support the Engineer of Record in preparing design packages and technical documentation

Provide construction administration support during the construction phase of projects

Coordinate with project managers, clients, and internal teams to support project delivery and execution

Support and guide junior engineers and design staff on design, drafting, and modeling standards

Prepare technical reports, specifications, memorandums, and cost estimates

Ensure designs comply with applicable FAA regulatory requirements, codes, and permitting standards

Support Project Managers in identifying and pursuing client and business development opportunities

Progress toward Engineer of Record responsibilities with experience and licensure

TOTAL REWARDS

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee-owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well-being. Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.

$80,000-$115,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth

Annual bonuses because your contributions matter

Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company-paid ownership contributions

90% company paid shared health plan premiums

Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do

Paid parental leave and volunteer time off

Six paid company holidays

Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life

401(k) matching program

AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company

Flexible work-life arrangements

Since 1945, our longstanding engineering legacy as a 100% employee-owned company helps ensure safety, security, and growth for you. We create solutions that build better communities. We are a client- and people-focused culture that allows us to thrive as a top 500 engineering firm due to our unified team, diverse strengths, and individual contributions. It is why Morrison-Maierle has been voted by Zweigs “Best Places to Work.” Join us as a Project Engineer within our Airports group to be part of this success.

“As employee-owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success—professionally and financially—while building something greater than themselves.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO

YOUR STRENGTHS

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or equivalent ABET-accredited engineering program

Minimum of 4+ years of relevant civil engineering design experience within airport related project work

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) professional designation required

Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or on track to obtain PE

Experience coordinating design tasks and contributing to project phases within a team environment

Effective communicator, both written and verbal

Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record for project-related travel

Apply now and grow your career as a civil engineering project engineer delivering essential airport infrastructure that is relied on everyday. Join an employee owned firm known for technical excellence, collaboration, and resilient infrastructure solutions.

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.

Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.