Junior Design Engineer – Civil/Mechanical (Hybrid, Local Travel)

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Design Engineer to support infrastructure and utility-related projects in Naperville, IL. You will create and review designs, develop technical drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep projects on schedule.

The ideal candidate has strong AutoCAD skills, a technical engineering background, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a hybrid work setup with mentorship from experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or related engineering.
• Internship experience or up to 2 years of engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; GIS experience is a plus.
• EIT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering designs, layouts, and technical drawings.
• Utilize AutoCAD, and other design tools to support project execution.
• Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Support field activities including site visits, measurements, inspections, and project documentation.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and project objectives.

Skills

strong problem-solving

organization

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Design Engineer to support infrastructure and utility-related projects in Naperville, IL. You will create and review designs, develop technical drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep projects on schedule.

The ideal candidate has strong AutoCAD skills, a technical engineering background, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a hybrid work setup with mentorship from experienced engineers.