Entry-Level Civil Engineer: CAD Design & Field Support

Valdes Engineering Co; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdes Engineering Co in Lombard, IL is seeking a Civil Engineer (entry to early-career) to assist with designs, reports, and drawings under supervision. You will learn codes, participate in site visits, and support permitting and coordination with internal teams.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, 0–3 years experience, EIT preferred, and eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship. This position offers hands-on training and opportunities to advance toward PE licensure.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of civil/structural engineering experience is acceptable for this role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; EIT preferred.
• Ability to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing civil designs, reports, drawings, and specs.
• Support site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway design.
• Learn design codes and follow established criteria.
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, and construction observations as needed.
• Perform basic hydrology and stormwater calculations.

Skills

Site layout

Grading

Drainage design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

EIT preferred / on track to PE

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Valdes Engineering Co in Lombard, IL is seeking a Civil Engineer (entry to early-career) to assist with designs, reports, and drawings under supervision. You will learn codes, participate in site visits, and support permitting and coordination with internal teams.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, 0–3 years experience, EIT preferred, and eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship. This position offers hands-on training and opportunities to advance toward PE licensure.