Civil Engineer Trainee — Fast-Track to Engineer I

Civicworks; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking a Civil Engineer Trainee to assist in preparing final plans and implementing highway construction projects across District 2 in Dixon. The role includes ensuring accuracy of engineering work, providing measurements and documentation, and creating layouts while rotating through bureaus as part of a structured training program.

This pathway aims to advance to Civil Engineer I within 7-9 months and higher levels within 24 months, exposing trainees to

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from ABET-accredited college, Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate, or Professional Engineer/Structural Engineer license.
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (or 2.5+ if seeking certificate-based qualification).
• Valid driver's license and district-wide travel availability.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering practices and ability to use engineering field and office instruments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Successful background screening completion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing final plans and implementing highway construction projects.
• Ensure accuracy of engineering work and provide measurements and documentation.
• Create layouts and plans and rotate through different bureaus as part of training program.

Skills

Communication skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Instruments proficiency

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate

Professional Engineer/Structural Engineer license

Job description

Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking a Civil Engineer Trainee to assist in preparing final plans and implementing highway construction projects across District 2 in Dixon. The role includes ensuring accuracy of engineering work, providing measurements and documentation, and creating layouts while rotating through bureaus as part of a structured training program.

This pathway aims to advance to Civil Engineer I within 7-9 months and higher levels within 24 months, exposing trainees to