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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Aviation Staff Engineer to join their Aviation group in Boise, ID. This role is a strong fit for a recent civil engineering graduate or early-career engineer who wants hands-on experience in airport planning, design, and construction support. The company offers relocation assistance and a signing bonus for qualified candidates. Candidates must have an EIT certification or be able to obtain it within 18 months of hire.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist with airport design tasks and prepare engineering drawings
• Support development of construction cost estimates
• Assist Project Engineers and Project Managers with specifications and design documentation
• Research design alternatives and present options to project leads
• Participate in client communications and support project meetings
• May serve as onsite project representative during construction and perform construction inspection and oversight
• Track workload and notify project managers of scope changes or potential additional services
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project delivery

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• EI/EIT certificate required or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire
• 0–3 years of experience preferred (airport consulting or related engineering experience a plus)
• Knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and team-oriented with the ability to work on challenging projects
• Willingness to travel, especially during construction season
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites

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Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to navigate different field locations and site conditions
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to safely operate a vehicle

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary: $77,218 per year (estimated)
• Relocation assistance and signing bonus available for qualifying candidates
• Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities
• Clear mentorship and career growth paths within an engineering organization

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Why Join Confidential Client

Confidential Client prioritizes a people-first culture that supports career development, mentorship, and practical training. You will work with experienced airport engineering professionals, receive ongoing learning opportunities, and be part of collaborative project teams delivering infrastructure that serves communities.

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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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