Graduate Aviation Civil Engineer

Location: Willmar, MN Bollig Engineering is a growing civil engineering firm specializing in aviation and municipal projects across Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota. We are passionate about rural communities and delivering high-quality, value-driven airport engineering solutions. We have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a graduate aviation civil engineer with a diverse skill set, a strong desire to be part of a growing aviation team and a passion for rural communities consistent with Bollig's purpose and values. Graduate Aviation Civil Engineer Job Responsibilities Become an integral part of the Bollig Aviation Team, helping to progress airport engineering projects from planning through completion Collaborate with and support senior aviation engineers in the planning, design and execution of airfield projects, including runway design, taxiway design, apron layout and hangar construction Provide support to meet the requirements of appropriate agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and MnDOT Aeronautics Assist with initial airport project scoping and field data collection to identify client needs and define project parameters Assist with report preparation and drawings for Airport Master Plans, Airport Layout Plans (ALPs) and aviation construction projects under senior engineer oversight Support internal and external Bollig project stakeholders on aviation and municipal projects as needed Assist Bollig staff with building and maintaining client relationships with airport sponsors and local municipalities Assist with municipal civil engineering projects on occasion Maintain and obtain required certifications and attend FAA and industry training as necessary Graduate Aviation Civil Engineer Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution, with strong academic performance, and intent to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in South Dakota, North Dakota or Minnesota 0-3 years of civil engineering experience, including internships and co-ops; prior aviation or airfield engineering exposure a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills with a desire to develop client-facing and leadership abilities over time Eagerness to learn FAA and State Aeronautics design standards, airport layout planning and airfield construction processes in a hands-on environment Self-motivated and coachable, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly Foundational proficiency in civil engineering design software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D, as well as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams Flexibility to travel to airport project sites with occasional overnight stays as required Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning with an entrepreneurial can-do approach Candidates with civil or municipal engineering backgrounds and a genuine eagerness to develop expertise in aviation project delivery are encouraged to apply Works under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer What You'll Love About Bollig Work on meaningful State and FAA-funded airport engineering projects that serve rural communities across the upper Midwest Be part of a collaborative, supportive aviation team with clear opportunities for professional growth Experience a culture that models our core values of neighbors serving neighbors, continuous improvement, relationships and teamwork Receive competitive compensation, benefits and a commitment to work-life balance Learn more about our municipal and aviation projects , what's new at Bollig and our team . Location: Willmar, MN Based in our Willmar, MN office with travel to airport project sites in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota as required Back to the Main Careers Page for More Information on Our Benefits and Locations Careers Apply to Join the Bollig Team! First Name Last Name Address City State ZIP Phone Email How did you hear about this job? Upload Resume (*pdf only) Resume Do you have any specific questions or comments? Submit