Entry Level Utility Engineer

Prairie Engineers, P.C.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 62,400 - 74,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance starting day one

Paid time off

Job summary

Prairie Engineers, P.C. is seeking an entry-level Jr. Engineer to join our subsurface utility engineering (SUE) team. You will analyze subsurface data, generate actionable reports, and create maps using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and GIS tools.

The role requires a civil engineering degree (ABET-accredited), FE exam progress within 6 months, and 0–2 years of related experience. Willingness to travel and work varied hours is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Passed FE exam or will within the first 6 months of employment.
• 02 years of experience in civil engineering focused on SUE or utility design.
• Proficiency with CAD and GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation).
• Willingness to travel and work nights/weekends as schedules require.
• Valid driver's license with insurable record and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to collection, interpretation, and analysis of subsurface utility data using geophysical and survey tech.
• Develop detailed utility maps and engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Microstation, and GIS systems.
• Ensure deliverable accuracy through quality reviews.
• Support development of SUE work plans and technical reports for complex projects.
• Resolve underground conflicts and coordinate with project teams, clients, and utility owners.
• Maintain a strong safety culture in field and office environments.

Skills

MS Office

CAD

GIS

AutoCAD

Microstation

ArcGIS

QGIS

Learning new software

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

CAD

GIS tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ArcGIS

QGIS

MS Office Suite

Job description

If you're a Jr. Engineer who likes problem-solving, technology, and seeing immediate impact on projects, come uncover more of your career and contribute to Subsurface Utility Engineering at Prairie Engineers.

This entry level position will focus heavily on subsurface utility engineering with occasional travel throughout the U.S. While in the office, you will analyze subsurface data and turn it into actionable engineering deliverables - technical reports, conflict analyses, and utility mapping plans. Ideally, you will be located within one hour of the greater St. Louis MO region. We're a team looking to make a lasting impact and want people who embrace challenges, drive change, and help shape our collective future. Prairie Engineers is a growing and progressive business with opportunities for career advancement, a diverse range of clients, and varied projects across the nation. At Prairie, we're looking to be in the forefront of subsurface detection technology in one of the fastest-growing specialties in infrastructure. Our goal resonates with you? Great, let's connect!

What you Need:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABETaccredited program.
• Licensure: Passed FE exam or will within the first 6 months of employment.
• Experience: 02 years of experience in civil engineering focused on subsurface utility engineering (SUE) or utility design. More experience definitely a plus.
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite, CAD and/or GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation), ability to quickly learn and understand new software.
• Travel: Able to travel and work nights/weekends as project schedules require.
• Safety: Valid driver's license with insurable driving record; able to pass background check, preemployment and random drug screens; able to walk equivalent of several miles daily and lift up to 80 lbs. consistently.

What you will Do:

• Contribute to the collection, interpretation, and analysis of subsurface utility data using advanced geophysical and survey technology.
• Develop detailed utility maps and engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Microstation, and GIS systems.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of deliverables through thorough quality review.
• Support the development of SUE work plans and technical reports for complex civil infrastructure projects.
• Solve underground conflicts and coordinate solutions in partnership with project teams, clients, and utility owners.
• Uphold a strong culture of safety in both field and office environments.

How you Align:

• People Focused: Professional, respectful, and teamoriented, with a strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate internally and externally.
• Can Do Attitude: Positively engages with challenges, facilitates problemsolving, and takes initiative to deliver solutions.
• Responsive: Communicates openly, proactively, and promptly, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Salary range: $62,400 - $74,880 per year, determined by education, experience, licensure, and knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external benchmarking.

Check out the Careers page at prairieengineers.com for details on the benefits package available including 401(k), medical insurance starting on day one, generous paid time off, professional development and to find out why employees chose to join our team.

• 401(k)
• medical insurance starting on day one
• generous paid time off
• professional development

Prairie Engineers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information (including family medical history), or any other legally protected status.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

However, we are not able to sponsor current or future visas for this position.