At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and manage airfield operations, ensuring safe and efficient airport infrastructure.
- Company: Join a leading engineering firm with a commitment to innovation and diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and professional development in a dynamic environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and international travel to exciting locations.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global aviation projects while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in airfield engineering design and strong CAD skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
Locations: Croydon, Sheffield, Manchester, Southampton, Bristol
Airfield Engineers are required to support the growing Aviation Team in the UK and internationally. The role involves designing, planning and managing airfield operations and civil works.
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 and other airfield elements.
- Design stormwater drainage and water‑management systems for airports.
- Oversee the production of Civil 3D designs, civil‑works models and engineering documentation.
- Coordinate design across multiple disciplines, including pavement and structural engineering.
- Prepare specifications for civil works.
- Develop feasible, logical and efficient construction phasing proposals.
- Conduct civil‑works design reviews at all stages.
- Support engagement and management of subconsultants.
- Assist in tender documentation preparation and procurement support for airfield civil works.
- Develop bid methodologies, design proposals and resource estimates for client proposals.
- Travel frequently to the UK and internationally for site visits and to visit Mott MacDonald UK offices (particularly Croydon).
Senior Role Expectations:
- Undertake line‑management duties.
- Lead site visits to airfields in the UK and overseas, monitor construction progress and produce reports.
- Provide leadership and management support to senior and airfield engineers in developing airfield designs for airports worldwide.
Candidate Specification:
- Experience in airfield engineering design or management and strong 2D/3D CAD skills.
- Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages are desirable.
- Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or a similar recognised professional body and working toward or holding Chartered Engineer status.
- Experience in bid and client account management is advantageous.
Travel: Required travel within the UK and selected international locations (subject to mutual agreement).
Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We actively recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Security Clearance: Offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of security clearance.
Information about UK Immigration: Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to Skilled Worker visa candidates. Eligible candidates may apply via alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.
Airfield Engineer / Senior Airfield Engineer in Bristol employer: Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is an exceptional employer for Airfield Engineers, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration across its UK locations, including Croydon, Sheffield, Manchester, Southampton, and Bristol. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the company provides opportunities for professional development, international travel, and engagement in diverse projects that shape the future of aviation infrastructure. Join a team that values equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path in airfield engineering.
