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 Dar Al-Handasah and Sidaracollaborative.
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Airport/Airfield Design Engineer with 5 to 15 years of experience in the design of airports and airfields. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of international aviation standards and have a proven track record in airport layout development and geometric design.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop airport layouts, including runways, aprons, taxiways, aircraft stands, and landside/airside roads, utilizing Civil3D software.
- Ensure compliance with International Civil Aviation Standards and Recommended Practices (ICAO SARPs), Airport Council International (ACI), International Air Transport Association (IATA) guidelines, and other relevant regulations (FAA, EASA).
- Conduct Aviplan simulations for fillet design, aircraft approach paths, and taxiing procedures, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Coordinate the placement of airport buildings and facilities, considering their functions and relationships with airfield elements.
- Design apron areas, including the placement of services, passenger boarding bridges, and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) operations.
- Implement and construct obstacle limitation surfaces in facility design.
- Collaborate with other disciplines on stormwater drainage, utilities, electrical systems, and jet fuel hydrant networks.
- Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, calculation sheets, cost estimates, and design reports.
- Gather and analyze data, prepare technical documents, and participate in client meetings and presentations.
- Lead and mentor junior staff, planning and reviewing their work to ensure high performance.
- Develop and maintain effective communication and relationships with airport authorities and stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; a Master’s degree in Airports is desirable.
- Minimum 5 to 15 years of relevant experience in airport and airfield design.
- In-depth knowledge of international codes and standards, including AASHTO and Middle East Road standards.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to supervise and guide junior team members.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* 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.
