Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure Senior Engineer - Civil

Position Overview

Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure Senior Engineer – Civil (003795) at The Port of Seattle is responsible for coordinating and providing direction on multiple capital and expense projects, including infrastructure renewal, replacement, and expansion to support operational needs. In this role, you will be expected to plan, implement, and oversee facility-wide systems while serving as a project sponsor for critical infrastructure projects.

Location: Seattle Tacoma International Airport

Schedule: Full-time

Salary: $143,338.00 - $193,930.00 per year

Please note that The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. Salary placement within the posted range will be based on your similar work experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and implement facility-wide systems as a subject matter expert for civil infrastructure and systems.
• Lead the development and definition of an asset management program for civil assets.
• Conduct annual inventory and verification for financial regulatory requirements and develop renewal and replacement programs for systems.
• Develop requirements and perform lead planning studies to support long-term vision, and prepare presentations and memos for leadership.
• Lead the development of preventative maintenance programs for operations and the maintenance of civil infrastructure to maximize system life cycles.
• Develop, maintain, and govern civil design guidelines and standards for facility and infrastructure.
• Integrate new methods, systems, technologies, materials, programs, or processes, including researching innovative solutions.
• Strategically initiate and sponsor capital projects to support a comprehensive infrastructure plan and provide input to the FAA-required capital development plan.
• Evaluate project design drawings for conformance to standards and ensure proper coordination with other capital projects.
• Provide construction administration for large-scale capital projects, including managing submittals, RFIs, site observations, and construction meetings.

Required Qualifications

• At least ten (10) years of experience in infrastructure planning, design, integration, modeling, maintenance, construction, and/or project management related to facilities. A bachelor’s degree in engineering may be substituted for four (4) years of experience.
• Possession of a Professional Engineering license.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and advise engineering and architectural staff.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and active listening skills to effectively communicate complex technical details.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and effective time management skills including prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care options to suit you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Approximately four weeks per year with increases based on tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Earn at least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – Over ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – Enjoy a pension and additional savings plans for your future.
• Getting to Work – Benefit from subsidized parking, low-cost public transit options, and flexible work arrangements including hybrid opportunities.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to welcome new additions to your family.
• Development – Access tuition reimbursement, training programs, stretch assignments, and internal internships to support your learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – Work in an environment that values diversity and fosters a culture of equity and inclusion.
• Work-Life Balance – Resources designed to help you maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
• Mission Driven – Join an organization dedicated to promoting economic opportunities and enhancing the quality of life in the region.