Airport Infrastructure Design Engineer

Company Overview:

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at

Job Purpose:

The Airport Infrastructure Design Engineer is responsible for the detailed design of
airfield and landside infrastructure
including
runways, taxiways, aprons, aircraft stands, roads, and parking facilities
. The role focuses on
geometric design, grading, earthworks, signing & marking, simulation, and BIM integration
to produce accurate and standards-compliant design packages. The engineer ensures effective
coordination with other engineering disciplines
(drainage, utilities, fueling) to deliver optimized and safe designs.

Our Vision and Values:

We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:

• Excellence
• Responsibility
• Empowerment
• Connectivity
• Courage

Job Description:

Design & Engineering

• Prepare detailed geometric designs for runways, taxiways, aprons, stands, airside roads, access roads, and parking layouts.
• Develop grading plans, cut-and-fill calculations, and earthworks balance for airside and landside areas.
• Produce Design drawings and BoQs (Bills of Quantities) extracted from BIM models
• Design airfield and landside signing & marking layouts in accordance with standards( ICAO/FAA/local standards)
• Support stand and gate design optimization, ensuring safe aircraft operations and adequate integration of fueling pits, ground power, pre-conditioned air (PCA), and GSE routes.

Simulation & Modeling

• Use AviPLAN for aircraft movement simulation, apron/stand clearance checks, and taxiway layout validation.
• Conduct GSE (Ground Support Equipment) simulations to optimize apron operations and gate service layouts.
• Apply BIM tools (Navisworks, Civil 3D) for 3D coordination, clash detection, and multi-discipline integration.

Codes, Standards & Compliance

• Apply international aviation and roads design standards and codes (ICAO, FAA, EASA, IATA, AASHTO…) directly in the design process.
• Ensure compliance with safety areas, separation distances, obstacle clearance, and marking/signing requirements.

Experience, Education & Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or equivalent.
• Specialized training in airport/transportation design software is an asset.
• 4 plus years of experience in airport or transportation infrastructure design.
• Proven track record in geometric design of airside (runways, taxiways, aprons, stands) and landside (roads, parking) infrastructure.
• Experience with signing & marking design, grading, BoQ preparation, and simulation.
• Strong background in multidisciplinary coordination with drainage, utilities, and fueling systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, AviPLAN, BIM (Navisworks), AutoTURN
• Strong knowledge of international aviation and road design standards( ICAO, FAA, EASA, IATA, and AASHTO design standards)
• Ability to apply codes and standards directly in design solutions.
• Solid understanding of aircraft operational envelopes, turning radii, and clearance requirements.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and coordination skills.

* While we carefully review all applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.