Project Engineer

Pinnacle Engineering Group; West Dundee (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Engineering Group seeks a motivated Project Engineer I to expand their civil engineering skillset, learn from experienced mentors, and contribute to project design and delivery efforts.

The role involves preparing engineering calculations, design elements, and basic drafting under supervision, supporting tasks with professional growth and confidence building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant civil engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge base and skills through mentoring and self-directed learning.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design elements, basic drafting and technical analyses under supervision.
• Assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and other project documentation.
• Use basic CAD drafting skills (Civil 3D preferred) and office software proficiently.
• Apply established design methods, applicable codes, standards, and procedures.
• Support the team in delivering estimation of time to complete tasks on schedule and proactively communicate if delays occur.
• Perform work in accordance with company standards, safety policies, and ethical guidelines.
• Seek guidance and mentoring from senior engineers and apply feedback to improve performance.
• Perform additional duties as directed to meet project and company goals.
• Maintain professionalism, safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Determine when and where to obtain direction on modified techniques and new approaches.

Skills

Mentoring

Self-directed learning

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Summary
We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer I who wants to expand their skillset by developing foundational civil engineering skills, learning from experienced mentors, and contributing to project design and delivery efforts. The Project Engineer I will prepare engineering calculations, design elements, and basic drafting under supervision. This role will support project tasks while building professional expertise and confidence.

Job Description
Job Description
Summary
We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer I who wants to expand their skillset by developing foundational civil engineering skills, learning from experienced mentors, and contributing to project design and delivery efforts. The Project Engineer I will prepare engineering calculations, design elements, and basic drafting under supervision. This role will support project tasks while building professional expertise and confidence.
Duties and Responsibilities: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Acquire knowledge base and skills through mentoring and self-directed learning.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design elements, basic drafting and technical analyses under supervision.
• Assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, reports, and other project documentation.
• Use basic CAD drafting skills (Civil 3D preferred) and office software proficiently.
• Apply established design methods, applicable codes, standards, and procedures.
• Support the team in delivering estimation of time to complete tasks on schedule and proactively communicate if delays occur.
• Perform work in accordance with company standards, safety policies, and ethical guidelines.
• Seek guidance and mentoring from senior engineers and apply feedback to improve performance.
• Perform additional duties as directed to meet project and company goals.
• Maintain professionalism, safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Determine when and where to obtain direction on modified techniques and new approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant civil engineering experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Basic CAD drafting experience: (Civil 3D preferred).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (preferred).