Civil Environmental Project Engineer

Orion Engineers, PLLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Engineers, PLLC in Chicago seeks a Civil Environmental Project Engineer to join our growing team. You will work on planning, design, and analysis of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure for municipal, industrial, and private clients, with a hybrid in-office schedule in Fulton Market.

Responsibilities include reviewing environmental reports, remediation plans, and monitoring remediation; familiarity with LUST and IEPA no further action letters; strong collaboration across

Qualifications

• Experience with notification and monitoring requirements for LUST.
• Regulatory review, permitting support, and technical documentation experience.
• Knowledge of water resource management (surface & groundwater) and water quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and analyze water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
• Review environmental reports and test data; monitor remediation processes.
• Assist with removal of underground storage tanks and IEPA no further action letters.
• Collaborate in a hybrid office setting with site visits as needed.

Skills

LUST notification & monitoring

Environmental consulting

Water resource management

Wastewater treatment design/analysis

Stormwater management

Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Advanced degree (plus)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools

Job description

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.