Civil Engineer I

Village of Gurnee; Gurnee (IL); Sur place; USD 95 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Village of Gurnee Engineering Division seeks a Civil Engineer I to prepare plans and estimates for municipal roadways, sewers, and water mains. The role includes construction management, site inspections, and plan review of public improvements, with supervision under senior staff.

Requirements include a civil engineering degree, 1 year of related experience, and an Illinois Engineer Intern license or eligibility to obtain within one year. Driving is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• At least 1 year of civil engineering work experience or internship/co-op.
• State of Illinois Engineer Intern License or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsabilités

• Prepare plans, cost estimates, and construction documents for municipal projects.
• Provide construction management, inspection, and field quantity take-offs.
• Review plans and supervise construction of public improvements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and attend design meetings.
• Conduct site visits to document conditions and support field decisions.
• Ensure designs comply with codes, environmental requirements, and safety standards.

Connaissances

Engineering Design

Project Documentation

Coordination & Communication

Field & Site Work

Compliance & Safety

Software & Tools

Formation

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Illinois Engineer Intern License / ability to obtain within 1 year

Outils

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

The Village of Gurnee Engineering Division seeks candidates for the position of Civil Engineer I.

Civil Engineer I Position Overview: responsible for preparing plans and cost estimates for municipal roadway, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, and other projects as necessary; provide construction management, inspection and field measurement/quantity take-off of on-going projects including the documentation and preparation of reports. This is a professional position responsible for the plan review of public and private projects and initiation, design, and supervision of construction of public improvements.

Examples of Duties:

Entry-level civil engineers primarily support design and field activities while developing technical and project coordination skills under close supervision.

1. Engineering Design & Analysis – Perform basic engineering calculations and modeling. Assist in preparing design drawings, visual aids, and technical reports. Develop preliminary engineering solutions such as grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
2. Project Documentation – Prepare construction documents including plans, specifications, and estimates. Support proposal preparation and cost estimation for materials and labor. Maintain project documentation, prepare reports, and handle general office tasks.
3. Coordination & Communication – Work with architects, contractors, surveyors, and other multidisciplinary teams. Participate in client meetings to review design comments.
4. Field & Site Work – Conduct site visits with surveying teams to document existing conditions. Support construction by responding to field questions and reviewing conditions.
5. Compliance & Safety – Ensure designs follow applicable codes, environmental requirements, and safety standards.
6. Software & Technical Skills – Use engineering software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office.

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering / related curriculum
• At least 1 year of full time or combined internship /co-op experience performing comparable civil engineering work tasks
• State of Illinois Engineer Intern License or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Valid driver’s license

The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience, which could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job, may be considered at the Village’s discretion.

Supplemental Information:

Salary Information: Expected starting salary for this position is $94,729 annually; may be adjusted based on other qualifications and experience. Full salary range $94,729 – $124,932

Work Schedule:Full-time position / 40 hours per week; general work schedule 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Village of Gurnee supports a positive work/life balance.