Design Engineer

Mannik Smith Group; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Profit-sharing bonus plan

Paid time off

Awesome work environment

Job summary

Fehr Graham is seeking a Design Engineer to join our East Peoria, IL team. You will support engineering teams on transportation, municipal infrastructure, and water resource projects, focusing on CAD design and civil engineering principles to improve public infrastructure and community sustainability.

Ideal candidates bring AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency, familiarity with MicroStation and GIS, and a strong collaborative spirit to drive meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in civil design, with focus on infrastructure, transportation or water resources preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required; experience with MicroStation and GIS is a plus.
• Knowledge of IDOT standards and local permitting agencies is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to grow professionally and support a collaborative project team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design plans and construction drawings for transportation, roadway, utility, stormwater, and water/wastewater projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Project Managers to support project execution from concept through final design.
• Perform design calculations and assist in quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Interpret survey data, GIS data, field notes, and technical reports for use in project designs.
• Assist with preparation of permit applications and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including municipal clients and review agencies.
• Contribute to quality assurance and quality control checks on design deliverables.

Skills

CAD design

Civil engineering principles

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

GIS

IDOT standards knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: East Peoria, IL

Compensation: $60,000 - $85,000 / year

Description

Fehr Graham is a leading engineering and environmental firm with a passion for helping communities thrive. We offer smart solutions to complex challenges in infrastructure, water resources, transportation, environmental compliance, and beyond. Our team of experts works collaboratively across disciplines to improve quality of life for our clients and the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. At Fehr Graham, we don’t just manage projects – we bring them to life! This position will put you in the driver’s seat to help steer our water resources projects. If you have a passion for transforming concepts into tangible achievements and hope to accelerate your career, we want you on our team.

Where you’ll work

The position is based in our East Peoria, IL office. At Fehr Graham, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized attention and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of skilled professionals who provide exceptional service. We also believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

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What you’ll do

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our firm. This position plays a key role in supporting engineering teams on transportation, municipal infrastructure, and water resource projects. The ideal candidate is skilled in CAD design, familiar with civil engineering principles, and eager to contribute to meaningful projects that improve public infrastructure and community sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare design plans and construction drawings for transportation, roadway, utility, stormwater, and water/wastewater projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Project Managers to support project execution from concept through final design.
• Perform design calculations and assist in quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Interpret survey data, GIS data, field notes, and technical reports for use in project designs.
• Assist with preparation of permit applications and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including municipal clients and review agencies.
• Contribute to quality assurance and quality control checks on design deliverables.

What it takes

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in civil design; focus on infrastructure, transportation or water resources preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required; experience with MicroStation and GIS is a plus.
• Knowledge of IDOT standards and local permitting agencies is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to grow professionally and support a collaborative project team.

What you’ll get

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Profit-sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off
• An awesome work environment.

Pay Transparency

The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We may use AI-powered tools to support administrative aspects of recruiting, including sourcing support and note-taking. Every candidate is reviewed and assessed by human recruiters and hiring managers.