Infrastructure Civil Engineer

Orion Engineers, PLLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company car

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Savings bank

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a dynamic Structural Engineer focused on infrastructure and transportation projects. You will design and analyze bridges and structures, collaborating with a diverse team to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Join a mission-driven firm committed to mentorship, professional development, and meaningful impact on public infrastructure. Flexible work-from-home options are available to balance fieldwork and office collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• EIT or PE license (or on track to obtain).
• Experience with infrastructure projects (DOT, municipal, federal, etc.).
• Familiarity with engineering software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or structural analysis tools.
• Military veterans are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze bridge and structural projects for transportation infrastructure.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure-focused civil engineering.
• Support project execution from concept through construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical standards.

Skills

Bridge & structural design

Highway & roadway engineering

Construction engineering & inspection

Drainage & hydrology

Transportation planning

Utility coordination

Civil infrastructure

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Civil Engineering

EIT or PE license (or on track)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Structural analysis tools

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Savings bank
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

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 are looking for a dynamic Structural Engineer with a focus on infrastructure and the transportation industry to join our growing firm. Let’s build the future together.

Interested in working with us but don’t see a job opening that matches your skillset?

We’d still love to hear from you! Orion Engineers is always looking for passionate and talented individuals who are excited about infrastructure-focused civil engineering and eager to contribute to impactful projects in transportation, structural design, and public infrastructure.

Whether you're experienced in:

• Bridge and structural design
• Highway and roadway engineering
• Construction engineering and inspection (CEI)
• Drainage or hydrology/hydraulics
• Transportation planning or traffic operations
• Utility coordination or site development
• Or general civil engineering with an interest in infrastructure

What We Look For:

• A passion for infrastructure and improving the built environment
• A team-first attitude and collaborative mindset
• Creative problem-solving and engineering innovation
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A desire to grow and learn within a supportive, mission-driven team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• EIT or PE license (or on track to obtain)
• Experience with infrastructure projects (DOT, municipal, federal, etc.)
• Familiarity with engineering software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or structural analysis tools
• Military veterans are highly encouraged to apply

Why Orion?

• Meaningful work on impactful infrastructure projects
• A commitment to mentorship and professional development
• Competitive compensation (experience dependent from 70k-150k) and benefits
• A veteran-founded, mission-driven culture that values service and integrity

Flexible work from home options available.