Civil Engineer

Jobot; Edwardsville (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work options

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

Leadership exposure

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Municipal Engineer to lead technical direction on municipal, transportation, utility, and infrastructure projects in Illinois. This leadership-track role includes mentoring developing staff and helping drive future expansion opportunities.

Hybrid work options are available with remote work and in-office days; the position offers a strong compensation package and opportunities for advancement within a respected Midwest engineering consulting firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE license or ability to obtain via reciprocity.
• 10-15+ years in municipal/civil/transportation or infrastructure engineering.
• Experience managing municipal utility, roadway, drainage, and site development projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical direction on municipal infrastructure projects and mentor staff.
• Manage client relationships and drive project delivery within schedule and budget.
• Contribute to office growth and expansion opportunities in the Illinois market.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Bentley CONNECT

Job description

Lead impactful municipal infrastructure projects while positioning yourself for future leadership opportunities! Remote work and hybrid work available.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alex Dickinson

Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a respected Midwest engineering consulting firm providing civil, transportation, municipal, water, and infrastructure services to public and private sector clients throughout the region. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering practical engineering solutions while maintaining a collaborative, employee-focused culture. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Municipal Engineer to serve as a technical leader, mentor developing staff, and help drive future expansion opportunities within the Illinois market. The firm offers diverse project exposure across roadway, utility, drainage, transportation, and community infrastructure initiatives.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership-track role with long-term growth potential
• Hybrid work flexibility with a collaborative and supportive team environment. Up to one day per week in office or full remote depending on location!
• Diverse portfolio of municipal, transportation, utility, and infrastructure projects
• Direct interaction with public-sector clients and decision-makers
• Strong compensation package, career advancement opportunities, and leadership visibility. Full benefits also include performance bonus eligibility.

Job Details

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 10-15+ years of municipal, civil, transportation, or infrastructure engineering experience
• Experience managing municipal utility, roadway, drainage, and site development projects
• Strong project management and client relationship skills
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, Bentley CONNECT, or similar design platforms
• Knowledge of stormwater management, utility coordination, roadway design, and permitting
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to future office and team growth

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.