Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Infrastructure Engineer jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in cloud infrastructure, network engineering, and systems reliability across finance, healthcare, and enterprise technology sectors, with openings at every level from junior to principal engineer. Chicago anchors the market as one of the most active hiring metros in the Midwest, with additional clusters in Schaumburg and Naperville driven by corporate headquarters and regional data centers. Established employers including Walgreens, Allstate, and United Airlines maintain substantial infrastructure teams in Illinois. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Ardmore Roderick is a full-service infrastructure solutions firm that specializes in Utilities, Transportation, Aviation, Rail and Transit, Building and Facilities Projects. We are headquartered in Chicago, IL with offices in Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Texas.
Our Vision
Reimagining infrastructure to improve lives and communities
Our Mission
Transforming communities by empowering the best minds to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.
Our Values
We care, especially about excellence, impact, innovation, inclusion and safety
Job Overview
We are seeking a new Water Infrastructure Design Engineer to join our team at Ardmore Roderick. As a Water Infrastructure Design Engineer, you’ll join a team of infrastructure solutions experts to solve our client’s ever-evolving project needs. This opportunity will be located in our Chicago or Downers Grove, Illinois offices and could have potential to by hybrid depending on the specific client, project and team needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Work on and deliver projects related to drinking water engineering services to a variety of clients in the Midwest and South regions
- Deliver technical excellence in preliminary designs, final designs, asset management, program management, bid assistance and services during construction for water infrastructure
- Commit to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve client’s toughest challenges
- Lead preparation of engineering reports, provide support services during construction, and a variety of other related assignments
- Mentor and help support the growth of staff through both professional and technical oversight and support
- Four-year degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering field
- Professional Engineering (PE) licensure
- 6-12 years of experience in design and/or construction services of water linear infrastructure
- Experience with design of water infrastructure focused projects such as pump stations, water transmission and distribution systems, feeder mains, groundwater wells, etc
- In-depth knowledge of water industry best practices and standards
- Experience in the preparation of contract documents, including drawings and specifications, for complex water projects
- Strong technical and entrepreneurial competencies, as well as the ability to expand existing client relationships and to establish working relationships with new clients
- Demonstrated project delivery/execution experience, including managing client expectations and satisfaction, technical teams, project financial management, resource management, change order management and client invoicing/payments
- Ability to serve as the technical liaison between the project owner and a design team
- Excellent organizational skills
- Active engagement in professional industry organizations, including committees
- Have a team player mindset with the ability to communicate proficiently in written and verbal forms
- M.S. degree in related engineering field
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or ability to obtain
- We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- 401K, Paid Maternity Leave, Competitive PTO
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more
Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E-Verify.
We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.
Salary Range: $95,056-151,840, Ardmore Roderick is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infrastructure engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related engineering field
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools including Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet
- Experience designing and managing on-premises and hybrid network architectures
- Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows server administration and virtualization
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, CCNA, or CompTIA Network+
Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an infrastructure engineer in Illinois?
Infrastructure engineering in Illinois does not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and credentials. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. From there, candidates build platform-specific certifications such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Cisco credentials. Illinois's large enterprise market in Chicago means employers frequently hire candidates who can demonstrate hands-on lab work, a portfolio of infrastructure projects, or prior experience in a systems or network administrator role.
Which companies hire infrastructure engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring infrastructure engineers in Illinois right now include Vail Systems, Veterans Prime, and The University of Chicago, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of insurance carriers, financial services firms, and large retail headquarters in the Chicago metro means infrastructure engineers are in consistent demand year-round.
Which Illinois cities have the most infrastructure engineer jobs?
Chicago, Cicero, and Schaumburg account for the largest share of infrastructure engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its density of corporate headquarters, financial institutions, and healthcare systems, while suburban hubs like Schaumburg and Naperville generate steady demand from technology and insurance companies that have established major operations campuses there.
Are there remote infrastructure engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many technical roles, because a significant portion of infrastructure work involves cloud platforms and configuration management that can be handled off-site. About 56% of infrastructure engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broader adoption of cloud-first environments. Roles focused on cloud architecture, DevOps automation, and network monitoring tend to be the most remote-eligible, while positions requiring hands-on data center or hardware work remain predominantly on-site.
How can I get hired as an infrastructure engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a systems administrator or IT support role at a large Illinois employer, which provides hands-on exposure to the infrastructure stack before moving into an engineering title. Companies like Advocate Health Care and large Chicago-area financial firms regularly hire IT associates and junior systems engineers as entry points. Earning a cloud certification such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or Microsoft AZ-900 before applying gives candidates a concrete credential. Community colleges across the Chicago metro, including Oakton College and Harper College, offer networking and systems coursework that aligns with these entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to infrastructure engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to infrastructure engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find one that fits your experience and location, and apply directly.
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