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Civil Engineer - Entry Level

Farnsworth Group

Effingham (IL)

Hybrid

USD 66,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Entry Level Civil Engineer, where you will collaborate with experienced professionals to design and manage impactful projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse municipal projects, from water resources to infrastructure improvements. You will gain hands-on experience in construction observation, project management, and technical support, all while contributing to a culture that values work-life balance and professional development. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment that champions your passion and commitment to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

  • 0-2 years of engineering experience required.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Civil3D is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for technical aspects of civil municipal projects.
  • Perform onsite construction observation and verify adherence to plans.
  • Prepare and develop construction documents and plans.

Skills

Communication Skills
Technical Writing
Project Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Civil3D
WaterCAD
SewerCAD
InfoWorks

Job description



Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment to making a positive impact through your work.


Farnsworth Group is seeking a Civil Engineer - Entry Level in one of the below posting locations. In this role you will work with local municipalities and other clients alongside our experienced engineers to plan, design and manage a variety of projects including commercial, industrial, municipal, water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure.


Posting Location for this role: Effingham, IL



Job Activities:



  • Responsible for technical aspects of civil municipal projects including potable water, sanitary and storm sewer, water resources, grading, site improvements, and roadways

  • Report directly to project/client manager to provide the technical support needed for deliverables

  • Perform onsite construction observation to verify adherence to plans and specifications, measure/document project quantities for payment to contractor(s), and provide status updates to Project Manager and Client

  • Monitor work completed relative to project schedule and budget

  • Communicate with other Project Stakeholders, Owners, Farnsworth Group team members, regulatory agencies, and contractors

  • Work in AutoCAD to design improvements, measure quantities, and create exhibits

  • Prepare and develop construction documents and plans

  • Prepare permit applications and coordinate with regulatory agencies as necessary

  • Assist with business development efforts



Specific Requirements include:


  • BS in Civil Engineering

  • 0-2 years of engineering experience

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Civil3D a plus

  • Proficiency or willingness to learn modeling (WaterCAD, SewerCAD, InfoWorks)



About Farnsworth Group

Farnsworth Group is a 135-year-old engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with over 600 talented professionals across a nationwide network of 24 offices. We champion strong working relationships and have been involved in over 24,000 projects in the last decade alone. Our clients range from rural communities to some of the world's largest brands, with our oldest partnerships dating back nearly 100 years. Our forward-thinking focus on people, passion, and performance has earned us top rankings in Architectural Record and Engineering News Record magazine.


A Great Place to Work Certified

For nine consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engage in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make 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: $66,000 - $80,000 (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.



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