Junior Civil Engineer

Jobtailor

Schaumburg (IL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an entry-level Civil/Project Engineer to join our Schaumburg, IL team. You will assist in developing projects from concept through completion, preparing drawings and specifications, and supporting field inspections and site investigations.

You will use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and GIS tools while collaborating with senior engineers, clients, and contractors. Strong communication and teamwork are essential as you support planning studies and permitting work.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil or related field required.
  • 0–4 years experience; recent graduates welcome.
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering plans.
  • Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D/Revit preferred.
  • Familiarity with GIS and construction management software preferred.
  • EIT or pursuing PE licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support project development from concept through completion.
  • Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
  • Assist in field inspections, surveying, and site investigations.
  • Work with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers, clients, and contractors.
  • Participate in planning studies, feasibility analyses, and permit applications.
  • Track project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation (Project Controls).

Skills

Reading engineering plans
Field inspections
Surveying
Project scheduling
Budget tracking
Teamwork
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or related field
0–4 years of relevant experience
EIT Certification or PE licensure pursuit

Tools

AutoCAD
Civil 3D
Revit
GIS Tools
Microsoft Office

Job description

  • Support project development from concept through completion
  • Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and documentation
  • Assist in field inspections, surveying, and site investigations
  • Work with design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, GIS tools)
  • Collaborate with senior engineers, clients, and contractors
  • Participate in planning studies, feasibility analyses, and permit applications
  • Track project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation (for Project Controls roles)
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field
  • 0–4 years of relevant experience (recent graduates welcome)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and design/analysis software
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software (preferred)
  • Familiarity with GIS, Revit, or construction management software (preferred)
  • Project site experience and knowledge of construction processes (preferred)
  • Understanding of municipal codes, regulations, and permitting processes (preferred)
  • EIT (Engineer in Training) certification or active pursuit of PE licensure (preferred)
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project development, technical drawing preparation, and site investigations, with proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Strong understanding of municipal codes and permitting processes, complemented by effective communication and teamwork skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Bachelor's Degree In Civil Engineering
  • Proficiency With AutoCAD
  • Experience With Civil 3D
  • EIT Certification Or Pursuit Of PE Licensure
  • Knowledge Of Municipal Codes And Regulations
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Hard Skills
  • Technical Drawing Preparation
  • Field Inspections
  • Surveying
  • Site Investigations
  • Reading Engineering Plans
  • Project Scheduling
  • Budget Tracking
  • Resource Allocation
Soft Skills
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Teamwork Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
  • EIT Certification
  • PE Licensure (Pursuit)
Industry Keywords
  • Construction Management
  • Urban Planning
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Permit Applications
Tools & Technologies
  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • Revit
  • GIS Tools
  • Microsoft Office
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