AECOM is seeking an experienced Pavements Engineer to join our Melbourne team and play a key role in delivering complex airfield pavement projects across Australia and the wider ANZ region. This role is firmly focused on aviation, with involvement across runways, taxiways, aprons and associated airside infrastructure at major and regional airports. You’ll work closely with airport operators and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, durable and operationally sound pavement solutions in live airfield environments.
How you’ll make a difference:
Leading the technical delivery of airfield pavement projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons and airside service areas
Applying strong knowledge of airfield pavement design standards and guidelines, such as CASA, ICAO, FAA and relevant Australian standards
Designing and assessing flexible and rigid airfield pavements subject to heavy aircraft loading and high operational demands
Preparing and reviewing technical reports, specifications and drawings across all project phases, from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and construction support
Reviewing and interpreting pavement investigation and testing data, including FWD, HWD, GPR, LWD, profiler and surface friction testing, with a focus on airfield performance and safety
Working closely with airport operators, contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects in live operational environments with minimal disruption to airport operations
Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical development within the aviation pavements space