Environmental Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Environmental Engineer jobs in Illinois are in consistent demand, concentrated in remediation and site assessment, water and wastewater systems, and industrial compliance work across entry-level through senior positions. Chicago, Rockford, and the East St. Louis metro area account for the heaviest hiring, with established employers like AECOM, Arcadis, and Midwest Generation maintaining ongoing environmental teams in the state. Contaminated site cleanup under Illinois EPA oversight, stormwater management, and air quality permitting are among the most sought-after specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerCDM Smith
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Bridgestone Americas
Senior Environmental Engineer
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Senior Environmental Engineer
Bridgestone Americas
Normal, Illinois
Content & Communications
Creative Direction
Marketing
$83k - $128k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Sargent & Lundy
Senior Environmental Qualification Engineer 1 - Nuclear
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Senior Environmental Qualification Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$85k.21 - $129k.82/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Sargent & Lundy
Lead Environmental Qualification Engineer 1 - Nuclear
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Lead Environmental Qualification Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy
Chicago, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
$118k - $180k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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CDM Smith
Entry Environmental Engineer - Water Services (2027 New Grads!)
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CDM Smith
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Entry Environmental Engineer - Water Services (2027 New Grads!)
CDM Smith
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
$59k - $98k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Burns & McDonnell
Assistant Environmental Engineer - Water (Chicago)
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Assistant Environmental Engineer - Water (Chicago)
Burns & McDonnell
Chicago, Illinois
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$75k - $115k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Environmental Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
7 jobs
Normal
1 job
Decatur
1 job
Manteno
1 job

Environmental Engineer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

CDM Smith
CDM Smith2 open roles
Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy2 open roles
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Agriculture & Farming

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Illinois Professional Engineer license or eligibility for reciprocity under Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related discipline
  • Experience with Illinois EPA regulations, IEPA permit applications, or LUST remediation programs
  • Proficiency in environmental site assessment following ASTM Phase I and Phase II standards
  • Familiarity with RCRA, CERCLA, and Clean Water Act compliance in an Illinois industrial or municipal context
  • Strong technical writing skills for reports submitted to Illinois EPA or local municipalities

Environmental Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental engineer in Illinois?

Becoming an environmental engineer in Illinois requires a bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering from an accredited program, followed by licensure as a Professional Engineer through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Candidates must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulate qualifying experience under a licensed PE, then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Many Illinois employers also value familiarity with Illinois EPA site remediation and permit programs from day one.

How much do environmental engineers make in Illinois?

Environmental engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $107,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,990 for the lowest 10% to over $153,150 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire environmental engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring environmental engineers in Illinois right now include CDM Smith, Sargent & Lundy, and Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's active industrial base, extensive brownfield inventory, and large municipal water systems keep demand broad, drawing both national consulting firms and local specialty contractors.

Which Illinois cities have the most environmental engineer jobs?

Chicago, Normal, and Decatur have the most environmental engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its concentration of large consulting firms, industrial facilities, and municipal infrastructure projects, while Rockford and the East St. Louis area generate steady demand from manufacturing remediation and regional utility work.

Are there remote environmental engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of environmental engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field's heavy reliance on fieldwork, site investigations, and in-person regulatory meetings. The portions of the role most suited to remote work are report writing, data analysis, and regulatory document review.

How can I get hired as a environmental engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an internship or junior engineer role at one of Illinois's large environmental consulting firms, many of which recruit directly from University of Illinois, Northwestern, and Illinois Institute of Technology. Look for entry-level site assessment or remediation assistant positions at firms supporting Illinois EPA brownfield programs. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building GIS or environmental sampling skills strengthens a new-grad application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to environmental engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to environmental engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.

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