Early Career Engineer

trilongroup; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blueprint leadership program

Job summary

trilongroup is seeking an Early Career Engineer to join our growing team. This entry-level role offers mentorship from seasoned professionals, hands-on project experience across Civil, Municipal, and Transportation Engineering, and a clear path for professional growth.

Based in the United States with multiple locations including Rockford, this role blends on-site collaboration with hybrid work options as you launch your engineering career through Blueprint, our leadership program.

Qualifications

• 0–4 years of experience in Civil, Municipal, or Transportation Engineering.
• Interest in Junior Planners and Project Controls with a growth mindset.
• Willingness to work across multiple locations.

Job description

Early Career Engineer

Position Type: Full-Time | On-Site/Hybrid

Locations: Detroit, Cleveland, Maumee, Chicago, Champaign, Rockford, Freeport, Rochelle, Schaumburg, Aurora, New York, New Jersey / East Berlin, Belleville, Hartford, Providence, Boston

About This Opportunity We are seeking talented early-career engineers to join our growing team across multiple locations and service lines. This is your opportunity to launch your engineering career with mentorship from experienced professionals, real-world project experience, and a clear path for professional growth. We're looking for passionate individuals with 0–4 years of experience in:

• Civil Engineering
• Municipal Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Junior Planners
• Project Controls

And we're backing that growth with more than good intentions: eligible roles come with a guaranteed seat in Blueprint, our new early career leadership program. Over six months, you'll build professional development, business acumen, and project delivery skills through real case studies, simulations, and role-play — not passive lectures — culminating in an in‑person capstone event where you'll present your work and map out your goals for the year ahead.

Your Future Starts With A Plan.