Civil Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Civil Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Plainfield, and Aurora and other Illinois metros, with employers like CB&I, Lochmueller, and Christopher B. Burke Engineering hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles278+
Top employerCB&I
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring40
Work type83% On-site
Top industryConsulting

Showing 5 of 278+ Civil Engineer jobs

Kimley-Horn
Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
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Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
Kimley-Horn
Warrenville, Illinois
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$85k - $95k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Stantec
Civil Engineer - Land Development
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Civil Engineer - Land Development
Stantec
Chicago, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Project Management
$100k - $145k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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WSP
Senior Civil Engineer
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WSP
Added 2w ago
Senior Civil Engineer
WSP
Chicago, Illinois
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Civil Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Kimley-Horn
Civil Engineer
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Added 2w ago
Civil Engineer
Kimley-Horn
Chicago, Illinois
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$95k - $130k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Kimley-Horn
Civil Engineer
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Civil Engineer
Kimley-Horn
Deerfield, Illinois
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$90k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Civil Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
126 jobs
Plainfield
14 jobs
Aurora
13 jobs
Rosemont
10 jobs
Warrenville
9 jobs
Edwardsville
8 jobs
Springfield
8 jobs
Lisle
6 jobs
McHenry
6 jobs

Civil Engineer Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • CB&I
    CB&I14
  • Lochmueller
    Lochmueller14
  • Christopher B. Burke Engineering
    Christopher B. Burke Engineering12
  • HR Green
    HR Green12
  • Stantec
    Stantec12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services189
  • Construction & Real Estate56
  • Energy31
  • Technology & Software9
  • Manufacturing3

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation for design and drafting work
  • Experience with project management tools and construction document preparation
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes and permitting processes
  • Familiarity with geotechnical reports, site grading, drainage design, or structural analysis software

Civil Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many civil engineer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 278+ civil engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Plainfield, and Aurora. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do civil engineers make in Illinois?

Civil engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $99,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,590 for the lowest 10% to over $157,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most civil engineer jobs?

Chicago, Plainfield, and Aurora have the most civil engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire civil engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring civil engineers in Illinois include CB&I, Lochmueller, and Christopher B. Burke Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 17% of civil engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for civil engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to civil engineer jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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