Civil Environmental Project Engineer

Orion Engineers, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company car

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a dynamic Civil Environmental Project Engineer to join our growing firm. The role involves planning, design, and analysis of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects for municipal, industrial, and private sector clients.

The position is full-time and hybrid, based in Fulton Market with some in-office and site work. The candidate should have 4-8 years of experience in municipal drainage or site development, a Civil/Environmental Engineering degree, FE

Qualifications

• Experience with notification and monitoring requirements for Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (LUST).
• Knowledge of endangered species and wetlands is a plus but not required.
• Background in environmental consulting, including regulatory review, permitting support, and preparation of technical documentation.
• Knowledge of water resource management, including surface and groundwater systems, water quality, and sustainable utilization.
• Experience in wastewater treatment design, analysis, or optimization and related infrastructure projects.
• Experience with stormwater and stormwater management, including drainage system design, flood mitigation, and best management practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and analyze water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure for municipal, industrial, and private clients.
• Review environmental reports and test data, environmental remediation plans, and monitoring of remediation processes.
• Familiarity with removal of underground storage tanks and IEPA no further action letters.
• Hybrid work setup with in-office collaboration, occasional site visits, and flexible schedule.

Skills

LUST monitoring

Environmental consulting

Water resource management

Wastewater design

Stormwater management

Regulatory review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

FE certification (required)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks

Orion Engineers, PLLC

was founded to make a difference to our employees, clients, and fellow military veterans who bravely served our country. Our team of dynamic and diverse professionals drive creative engineering solutions that are responsive, proactive, and cost effective for our clients and communities. Orion Engineers is looking for a dynamic Civil Environmental Project Engineer to join our growing firm. Let’s build the future together!

Role Description

The Civil Environmental Project Engineer will work on the planning, design, and analysis of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects for municipal, industrial, and private sector clients. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing environmental reports and test data, environmental remediation plans and monitoring the remediation process. Familiarity with the removal of underground storage tanks and the requirements for obtaining a no further action letter from IEPA. This is a full-time hybrid role based in Fulton Market, with a mix of in-office collaboration, occasional site visits, and hybrid in-office schedule.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with notification and monitoring requirements for Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (LUST).
• Knowledge of endangered species, and wetlands a plus but not required.
• Background in environmental consulting, including regulatory review, permitting support, and preparation of technical documentation.
• Knowledge of water resource management, including surface and groundwater systems, water quality, and sustainable utilization.
• Demonstrated experience in wastewater treatment design, analysis, or optimization and related infrastructure projects.
• Experience with stormwater and stormwater management, including drainage system design, flood mitigation, and best management practices.

Requirements:

• 4-8 years of demonstrated experience with municipal drainage, or site development projects is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification required; acquired or intent to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred.
• PG License a Plus!
• Proficiency with civil/environmental design software (e.g., AutoCAD or Civil 3D) and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines in a hybrid work setting.

Flexible work from home options available.