Resident Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Resident engineer jobs in Illinois are concentrated in transportation infrastructure, construction management, and civil engineering, with demand running from entry-level field positions through senior oversight roles on major public works contracts. Chicago leads hiring volume by a wide margin, with Rockford and Springfield also generating consistent openings tied to IDOT corridor projects and municipal infrastructure programs. Established employers with deep Illinois footprints include AECOM, WSP, and the Illinois Department of Transportation, particularly for highway, bridge, and transit resident engineer assignments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is seeking a Quality Resident Liaison/Representative
Normal, IL
Part-time
$22-24/hour
This job is key for the success of TRIGO's Quality Resident Engineering business, so the following objectives should be accomplished to the highest feasible standards to avoid the official claims from the customer mainly through preventive actions as well as corrective ones.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure customer satisfaction - technical support of the customer, customer support in quality issues and promotion of contracted customer's reputation.
- Build a tight and solid professional relationship with customer at plant level.
- Be identified as the contracted customer's representative, qualified to deal with customer production issues. Get customer credibility through fulfilled commitments.
- Ensure an open and straight communication line between OEM and the contracted customer.
- Suggest improvements to both OEM and contracted customer.
- Immediately analyze problems at OEM's facility to find the proper solution (and avoid claim) and inform affected production plants to take appropriate corrective actions. Proactive channeling of information on existing claims to the Plant to perform the analysis and solve them.
- Provide continuous feedback to the customer about the status and evolution of existing claims as soon as possible.
- Participate in the customer meetings, as required.
- Seek continuous feedback, formal and informal, of customer satisfaction degree about our product and service.
- Audit regularly how the customer handles our products.
- Keep him/herself trained and updated on technical and quality related specifics and business topics through regular meetings and visits to contracted partner's.
- Be aware of and transmit to his/her TRIGO Resident liaison Manager any project or initiative taken by our competitors.
- Report on a regular basis (defined by the supervisor) to the dedicated contracted partner's team or contact partner.
- Participate on any prototype, pre-serial builds or line trials, launch support and engineering changes at Customer as needed.
- Reports to the TRIGO Country Resident Manager internally and to the defined contacts externally.
- Involvement in customer requirements concerning technical changes, technical support of the customer.
- Representation of contracted partner and the interest of the customer
- Coordinate repair and/or Sorting activities on site. Starting any sorting or rework activity must be executed only based on written confirmation by the contracted client.
Required Skills
- Strong Mechanical Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills, Both written and verbal
- Strong in process and process controls
- Identify and implements Standardized Work
- Process and Product audits experience
- Shipping and Receiving knowledge.
- Strong personality able to give direction and lead teams.
- Sequencing and of automotive parts (preferred)
- Tier 1 experience (preferred)
Personal Skills
- Ability to deal with pressure and ambiguous situations.
- Eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
- Self-motivated/Self-Starter.
- Strong integrity, used to act as company's rep.
- Able to build a long-term win-win patterns with client.
- Communication a plus with excellent problem solving and customer relationship skills: Problem-solving ability.
- Ability to be/work on call at any time.
About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions
Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20+ countries across 4 continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training.
TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability.
TRIGO Global Quality Solutions appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted
TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is seeking a Quality Resident Liaison/Representative
Normal, IL
Part-time
$22-24/hour
This job is key for the success of TRIGO's Quality Resident Engineering business, so the following objectives should be accomplished to the highest feasible standards to avoid the official claims from the customer mainly through preventive actions as well as corrective ones.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure customer satisfaction - technical support of the customer, customer support in quality issues and promotion of contracted customer's reputation.
- Build a tight and solid professional relationship with customer at plant level.
- Be identified as the contracted customer's representative, qualified to deal with customer production issues. Get customer credibility through fulfilled commitments.
- Ensure an open and straight communication line between OEM and the contracted customer.
- Suggest improvements to both OEM and contracted customer.
- Immediately analyze problems at OEM's facility to find the proper solution (and avoid claim) and inform affected production plants to take appropriate corrective actions. Proactive channeling of information on existing claims to the Plant to perform the analysis and solve them.
- Provide continuous feedback to the customer about the status and evolution of existing claims as soon as possible.
- Participate in the customer meetings, as required.
- Seek continuous feedback, formal and informal, of customer satisfaction degree about our product and service.
- Audit regularly how the customer handles our products.
- Keep him/herself trained and updated on technical and quality related specifics and business topics through regular meetings and visits to contracted partner's.
- Be aware of and transmit to his/her TRIGO Resident liaison Manager any project or initiative taken by our competitors.
- Report on a regular basis (defined by the supervisor) to the dedicated contracted partner's team or contact partner.
- Participate on any prototype, pre-serial builds or line trials, launch support and engineering changes at Customer as needed.
- Reports to the TRIGO Country Resident Manager internally and to the defined contacts externally.
- Involvement in customer requirements concerning technical changes, technical support of the customer.
- Representation of contracted partner and the interest of the customer
- Coordinate repair and/or Sorting activities on site. Starting any sorting or rework activity must be executed only based on written confirmation by the contracted client.
Required Skills
- Strong Mechanical Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills, Both written and verbal
- Strong in process and process controls
- Identify and implements Standardized Work
- Process and Product audits experience
- Shipping and Receiving knowledge.
- Strong personality able to give direction and lead teams.
- Sequencing and of automotive parts (preferred)
- Tier 1 experience (preferred)
Personal Skills
- Ability to deal with pressure and ambiguous situations.
- Eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
- Self-motivated/Self-Starter.
- Strong integrity, used to act as company's rep.
- Able to build a long-term win-win patterns with client.
- Communication a plus with excellent problem solving and customer relationship skills: Problem-solving ability.
- Ability to be/work on call at any time.
About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions
Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20+ countries across 4 continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training.
TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability.
TRIGO Global Quality Solutions appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted
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Resident Engineer Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Technology & Software
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in resident engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or construction engineering from an accredited program
- Experience with construction inspection, contract administration, or field engineering on public infrastructure projects
- Proficiency with project documentation software such as SiteManager, Primavera P6, or equivalent platforms
- Familiarity with IDOT standard specifications, AASHTO guidelines, and federal highway construction standards
- Strong written communication skills for preparing daily field reports, RFIs, and project correspondence
Resident Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a resident engineer in Illinois?
You become a resident engineer in Illinois by earning a bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering, then pursuing licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which administers the Professional Engineer exam. Most employers require or strongly prefer a PE license for resident engineer roles. Entry-level candidates can start as construction observers or project engineers under a licensed PE while accumulating the field experience needed to qualify for resident engineer responsibilities.
Which companies hire resident engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring resident engineers in Illinois right now include Arcadis, Knapp, and Bowman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's large public infrastructure program, driven by the Rebuild Illinois capital plan, keeps consulting firms and state agency contractors in a near-constant hiring posture for qualified resident engineers.
Which Illinois cities have the most resident engineer jobs?
Chicago, Lisle, and Normal account for the most resident engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its volume of transit, highway, and municipal construction projects, while Rockford and Springfield see steady demand tied to IDOT corridor work, bridge rehabilitation contracts, and state facility projects that require on-site engineering oversight.
Are there remote resident engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Resident engineering is fundamentally a field role requiring physical presence on a construction site, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 44% of resident engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to involve program oversight, construction management consulting, or document review rather than active site inspection duties.
How can I get hired as a resident engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a construction observer or junior project engineer role with an Illinois DOT-affiliated consulting firm, where you work under a licensed PE and build documented field hours. AECOM, WSP, and similar firms with IDOT contracts regularly bring on new graduates in these supporting positions. Pursuing your Engineer Intern certification through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation while in the role signals commitment and puts you on the PE track, which accelerates promotion into a full resident engineer assignment.
Where can I find and apply to resident engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to resident engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred region, and project type, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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