Civil Engineer

The Will Group; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Generous PTO allotment

Paid volunteer time off

Continuing education reimbursement

Holiday pay

Job summary

The Will Group is hiring a Civil Engineer (FE/EIT) in Mattoon, Illinois. This role involves working on vital infrastructure projects including transportation, water, wastewater, and stormwater systems that support local communities.

Collaboration with Professional Engineers and other specialists will provide the necessary experience towards obtaining PE licensure. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and strong problem-solving skills.

The position offers competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• FE/EIT certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• Experience with CAD software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct infrastructure design and engineering calculations.
• Support stormwater, water, and wastewater projects.
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Complete permit applications and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct field observations and site visits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with CAD software

Interest in transportation and municipal infrastructure projects

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Ready to turn your engineering education into real-world impact?

The Upchurch Group, A Will Group company is seeking a Civil Engineer (FE/EIT) to join our team in Mattoon, Illinois. In this role, you'll work on transportation, water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects that directly support communities and utility systems across the region.

You'll collaborate with Professional Engineers, surveyors, planners, GIS specialists, and technical experts while gaining valuable experience that supports your path toward PE licensure.

What You'll Be Doing

• Infrastructure design and engineering calculations
• Stormwater, water, and wastewater project support
• Construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Permit applications and regulatory compliance
• Field observations and site visits
• CAD-based design and drafting

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• FE/EIT certification or ability to obtain within one year
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with CAD software
• Interest in transportation and municipal infrastructure projects

Why The Will Group?

• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Career growth and PE development opportunities
• Diverse infrastructure projects
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and practical solutions

Location: Mattoon, IL (Onsite)

Good Faith Salary Range: The annual starting salary for this position is between $65,000 to $75,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Additional Benefits Include:

• An excellent benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with company match, generous PTO allotment, paid volunteer time off, 10.5 days of holiday pay, continuing education reimbursement and much more.
• A work environment that values and respects diverse people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas.

The Will Group does not use artificial intelligence in any way that discriminates against applicants based on protected characteristics and complies fully with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. All final hiring decisions will be made by a human. Applicants may contact Human Resources with any questions regarding our use of artificial intelligence in the hiring process. This notice is provided in compliance with Illinois law.

Apply today and help engineer the infrastructure that keeps communities moving.