Civil Engineering Associate - Transportation - Entry-Level

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Associate - Transportation - Entry-Level to work in Normal or Champaign, IL. This position allows for hands-on experience in preparing construction and design documents, assisting in construction engineering, and conducting materials testing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a preference for transportation focus, and 0-2 years of experience. The role offers a salary range of $66,000 - $76,000, along with a robust benefits package including health insurance and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of Civil Engineering experience.
• FE/EIT Certification preferred.
• Experience with IDOT and local agency projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop construction and design documents.
• Assist with construction engineering.
• Conduct construction materials testing for concrete and soils.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering

Engineering Calculations

Materials Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Civil Engineering Associate - Transportation - Entry-Level - May 2026 in one of the posting locations below. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work with experienced engineers and a variety of transportation related clients including local and government agencies.

Posting Locations: Normal or Champaign, IL

What You'll Do

• Prepare and develop construction, design documents and plans
• Assist with construction engineering
• Basic engineering and design calculations
• Conduct construction materials testing for concrete, soils, and related items

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, with a concentration in transportation preferred
• 0-2 years of Civil Engineering experience
• FE / EIT Certification preferred
• Experience with IDOT and local agency projects preferred
• MicroStation or AutoCAD experience preferred
• Ability to work in the field for construction engineering projects

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
• Hybrid Work Program

Salary Range

$66,000 - $76,000 (Salary to be determined by 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.

EEO Information

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.