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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Top employerAECOM
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring10
Work type70% On-site
Top industryConsulting
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Construction Resident Engineer
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Farnsworth Group
Construction Resident Engineer
Chicago, Illinois
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Construction Resident Engineer
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Farnsworth Group
Construction Resident Engineer
Tinley Park, Illinois
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Construction Resident Engineer
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Farnsworth Group
Construction Resident Engineer
Lisle, Illinois
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Quality Resident Engineer I (Wire Harness)
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Sumitomo Electric Industries
Quality Resident Engineer I (Wire Harness)
Normal, Illinois
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Senior Resident Engineer - IDOT District 8
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AECOM
Senior Resident Engineer - IDOT District 8
Chicago, Illinois
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Construction Resident Engineer
Farnsworth Group·Chicago, Illinois
Job functions:
$88k - $135k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000 employees
Job Description
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Construction Resident Engineer in one of the posting locations below. You will have an opportunity to work in the field on road and bridge construction projects.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a field staff in contract management, administration, field engineering services and coordination of a mid to large size heavy highway construction projects. The candidate shall possess a strong background in construction management with residential streets, highways, bridges, utility relocation, trunk water main/sewer, retaining walls, stormwater pollution prevention implementation, traffic control review and related facilities. A person in this position is subject to occasional exposure to heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions. There are often interruptions to the work routine and must be able to think clearly and act effectively under these conditions.
Posting Locations for this role: Champaign, Chicago, Effingham, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, Pontiac, or Tinley Park, IL
What You'll Do:
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a field staff in contract management, administration, field engineering services and coordination of a mid to large size heavy highway construction projects. The candidate shall possess a strong background in construction management with residential streets, highways, bridges, utility relocation, trunk water main/sewer, retaining walls, stormwater pollution prevention implementation, traffic control review and related facilities. A person in this position is subject to occasional exposure to heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions. There are often interruptions to the work routine and must be able to think clearly and act effectively under these conditions.
Posting Locations for this role: Champaign, Chicago, Effingham, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, Pontiac, or Tinley Park, IL
What You'll Do:
- Lead and supervise the construction inspection team.
- Plan, prepare, and analyze construction documents.
- Manage construction contracts utilizing CMMS software.
- Supervise the preparation of inspector daily reports for inclusion on contractor progress payment estimates.
- Direct and assist staff in reviewing and analyzing contractor project schedules, staging plans, traffic control plans, and other required submittals to ensure they meet contract requirements and restrictions.
- Meet with contractors regularly to understand and review work plan and schedule, resolve issues in work areas, address scheduling concerns and sequence operations.
- Assign, schedule, supervise, review, and accept the work on behalf of client.
- Ensure that safety of personnel and the traveling public is paramount in all work activities.
- Administer contracts and confirm compliance in accordance with contract plans and specifications. Oversee the activities of Construction Inspectors, Materials Coordinators, Office Engineers, and Administrative personnel.
- Monitor contractors’ work for compliance to schedule, budget, technical specifications, and legal requirements.
- Conduct progress meetings and prepare reports on project status.
- Communicate and implement safety policies, and procedures.
- Recognize and act promptly on potential changes or additional work, contract conflicts or ambiguities in the plans and specifications and changes in field conditions.
- Negotiate, analyze, resolve, settle, deny, and/or make recommendations regarding contractor conflicts and claims considering contract plans and specifications, estimates, conditions, costs, and time.
- Conduct field visits to examine construction site conditions and issues.
- Participate actively as key a member of the client’s construction team for project delivery.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License.
- 6 or more years of Resident Engineering experience for transportation projects.
- 10 HR OSHA, IDOT HMA and Concrete Level 1, and IDOT Aggregates certifications
- Partnering approach to Construction Management.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- IDOT, Tollway, and/or Local Agency federally funded construction experience.
Who We Are
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success.
Salary Range: $88,000 - $135,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below.
#LI-Onsite
Salary Range: $88,000 - $135,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below.
#LI-Onsite
Farnsworth Group
Construction Resident Engineer
Chicago, Illinois
Added 2d ago501-1,000 employees
Job functions:
$88k - $135k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
Job Description
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Construction Resident Engineer in one of the posting locations below. You will have an opportunity to work in the field on road and bridge construction projects.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a field staff in contract management, administration, field engineering services and coordination of a mid to large size heavy highway construction projects. The candidate shall possess a strong background in construction management with residential streets, highways, bridges, utility relocation, trunk water main/sewer, retaining walls, stormwater pollution prevention implementation, traffic control review and related facilities. A person in this position is subject to occasional exposure to heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions. There are often interruptions to the work routine and must be able to think clearly and act effectively under these conditions.
Posting Locations for this role: Champaign, Chicago, Effingham, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, Pontiac, or Tinley Park, IL
What You'll Do:
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a field staff in contract management, administration, field engineering services and coordination of a mid to large size heavy highway construction projects. The candidate shall possess a strong background in construction management with residential streets, highways, bridges, utility relocation, trunk water main/sewer, retaining walls, stormwater pollution prevention implementation, traffic control review and related facilities. A person in this position is subject to occasional exposure to heavy traffic or adverse weather conditions. There are often interruptions to the work routine and must be able to think clearly and act effectively under these conditions.
Posting Locations for this role: Champaign, Chicago, Effingham, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, Pontiac, or Tinley Park, IL
What You'll Do:
- Lead and supervise the construction inspection team.
- Plan, prepare, and analyze construction documents.
- Manage construction contracts utilizing CMMS software.
- Supervise the preparation of inspector daily reports for inclusion on contractor progress payment estimates.
- Direct and assist staff in reviewing and analyzing contractor project schedules, staging plans, traffic control plans, and other required submittals to ensure they meet contract requirements and restrictions.
- Meet with contractors regularly to understand and review work plan and schedule, resolve issues in work areas, address scheduling concerns and sequence operations.
- Assign, schedule, supervise, review, and accept the work on behalf of client.
- Ensure that safety of personnel and the traveling public is paramount in all work activities.
- Administer contracts and confirm compliance in accordance with contract plans and specifications. Oversee the activities of Construction Inspectors, Materials Coordinators, Office Engineers, and Administrative personnel.
- Monitor contractors’ work for compliance to schedule, budget, technical specifications, and legal requirements.
- Conduct progress meetings and prepare reports on project status.
- Communicate and implement safety policies, and procedures.
- Recognize and act promptly on potential changes or additional work, contract conflicts or ambiguities in the plans and specifications and changes in field conditions.
- Negotiate, analyze, resolve, settle, deny, and/or make recommendations regarding contractor conflicts and claims considering contract plans and specifications, estimates, conditions, costs, and time.
- Conduct field visits to examine construction site conditions and issues.
- Participate actively as key a member of the client’s construction team for project delivery.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License.
- 6 or more years of Resident Engineering experience for transportation projects.
- 10 HR OSHA, IDOT HMA and Concrete Level 1, and IDOT Aggregates certifications
- Partnering approach to Construction Management.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- IDOT, Tollway, and/or Local Agency federally funded construction experience.
Who We Are
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success.
Salary Range: $88,000 - $135,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below.
#LI-Onsite
Salary Range: $88,000 - $135,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below.
#LI-Onsite
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Find Resident Engineer JobsResident Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois
Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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1 jobResident Engineer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- 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 AECOM, Farnsworth, and Bowman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 Aurora 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 30% of resident engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 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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