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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Junior Civil Engineer with an interest in airfield pavement engineering to join their Transportation / Aviation practice. This role focuses on developing technical expertise in pavement design, evaluation, testing, and pavement management while supporting senior engineers on airport pavement projects.

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What You’ll Do

• Support pavement design, evaluation, and management projects for airfields and related infrastructure
• Assist senior engineers and project managers with engineering analyses, testing, and technical evaluations
• Participate in pavement-related field testing, data collection, and condition assessments
• Help prepare technical reports, figures, tables, and client-ready presentations
• Use engineering tools and software including Microsoft Word/Excel, AutoCAD, GIS, PAVER, FAARFIELD, and database systems
• Analyze engineering data, interpret results, and help develop clear recommendations
• Perform field work professionally with attention to documentation, quality, and safety
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Travel to project sites (approximately 10%–20% annually) and occasionally to client offices

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (GPA ≥ 3.0/4.0)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to travel for field assignments and client sites
• Experience with AutoCAD and GIS, and familiarity with programming or database development is a plus
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is preferred
• Candidates may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility for badging/access where required

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Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated salary range: $56,000 to $64,000 per year, depending on education, experience, and location
• Additional pay may be available for extended travel/field work
• Confidential Client offers competitive benefits (health, retirement, paid time off, etc.); specific offerings vary by location

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Location & Work Model

• Location: Egg Harbor, New Jersey (hybrid role)
• Work model: Hybrid — minimum of 3 days per week in the assigned office, plus project-related travel
• Travel: Approximately 10%–20% domestic travel expected; limited international travel may be required
• Note: Candidates must meet any eligibility requirements for site access and project badging

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Security & Compliance

This role may require eligibility for government security investigations and access to classified or secured project sites. Candidates should be able to meet vetting and site-access requirements where applicable.

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client is an international research and engineering organization providing technical solutions across civil technologies, simulation, defense, environmental services, and testing. The firm emphasizes technical excellence, professional development, and employee ownership culture.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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