Junior Civil Engineer – Design & Infrastructure Impact

WHKS & Co; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WHKS & Co. is seeking an entry-level civil engineer to join our team in Springfield, IL. You will collaborate with engineers to design municipal, transportation, water, wastewater, site development, and related infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes detailed design work, modeling with MicroStation/OpenRoads/Civil 3D, and field data collection. A BS in Civil Engineering and FE/ EI-eligible status within 6 months are preferred, with 0–5 years of experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• E.I. certification or ability to pass the FE exam within 6 months.
• 0–5 years of experience in civil design.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D software is desirable.
• Knowledge of IDOT specifications and procedures is a plus.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be able to manage workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for municipal projects (sewer, water, roads, drainage).
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for transportation projects (roadways, interchanges, DOT items).
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for site development (parking, drainage, parks).
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for water and wastewater projects (treatment facilities, lift stations).
• Develop 2D and 3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D.
• Assist with data collection at project sites, technical report writing, quantity calculations, and design calculations.
• Assist with facilitating project-related public information meetings.
• Perform construction observation including testing and documenting materials.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Civil 3D

Job description

WHKS & Co. is seeking an entry-level civil engineer to join our team in Springfield, IL. You will collaborate with engineers to design municipal, transportation, water, wastewater, site development, and related infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes detailed design work, modeling with MicroStation/OpenRoads/Civil 3D, and field data collection. A BS in Civil Engineering and FE/ EI-eligible status within 6 months are preferred, with 0–5 years of experience and a valid driver's license.