Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

Established AEC Firm Seeks Experienced Bridge Engineer, Employee Owned, Hybrid Work

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Salary: $100,000 - $155,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a multidisciplinary engineering firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality transportation and infrastructure solutions. The civil engineering team specializes in the planning, analysis, and design of bridge and transportation structures that support safe and efficient mobility. Projects include new bridge construction, rehabilitation, inspection, and evaluation for public-sector clients. Engineers collaborate across disciplines and engage in technically challenging work that makes a lasting impact on communities. If you are an engineer with experience working on bridge projects, then please apply today to be considered within 24 hours!

Why join us?

This company offers a collaborative and supportive environment where engineers are encouraged to grow technically and professionally. Team members benefit from mentorship by experienced professionals, exposure to a wide range of bridge and transportation projects, and involvement throughout the full project lifecycle—from early planning and design through construction support. The firm values work-life balance and provides competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and support for professional licensure and continuing education.

JOB DETAILS

Education & Licensure:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis required; Master’s degree preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred, or actively pursuing licensure.

Experience:

Approximately 5+ years of relevant consulting engineering experience. Background in bridge and transportation structure design, inspection, and/or rehabilitation. Experience working on projects such as highway bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and related structures.

Technical Skills:

- Strong understanding of structural and bridge design principles and applicable codes and standards.
- Experience preparing structural calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Proficiency with structural analysis and design software, as well as engineering drafting tools.
- Familiarity with state DOT standards and procedures.

Project & Professional Skills:

- Ability to support project delivery including scheduling, budgeting, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience providing construction support, including shop drawing review and responses to RFIs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously.

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