Staff Civil Engineer

GEI Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays and Generous Time Off

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Civil Engineer with a BS in Civil Engineering and experience in design projects. The role involves converting field data into design drawings, preparing reports, and conducting field observations. The position offers a competitive salary of $60,000 - $75,000 annually and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must have passed the FE exam.
• 2-5 years of civil design experience.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Convert field information to design drawings.
• Preparation of technical memos and plans.
• Field observation of construction activities.

Skills

Pavement condition assessments

Technical memo preparation

Civil design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)

Fieldwork

GIS and modeling

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Surface water management programs

Job description

Engineering Chicago, Illinois
Salary: USD 60000 - 75000 Annually

Responsibilities

• Experience with pavement condition assessments and/or pavement design (preferred)
• Convert field information to final design drawings
• Preparation of technical memos, reports, construction plans and specifications for various civil design projects
• Develop basic grading plans from existing survey data
• Preparation of permit, bidding and documentation civil drawing sets
• Preparing construction and repair estimates from final designs
• Direct and coordinate the assembly of final plan sets from multiple discipline work
• Field observation of construction activities

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering is required
• Master's degree is preferred
• Must have passed the FE exam
• 2-5 years of civil design experience with civil design, pavement, geotechnical or roadway projects
• Experienced with standard analysis programs, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft office programs, and surface water management programs desired
• GIS and modeling is a plus
• Willingness to travel and perform field work on civil, pavement and geotechnical investigations and construction projects

Company Overview

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Core Values

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

Benefits

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Physical Requirements

Functional Demands: Sedentary, Light, Medium, Other. Activity Levels: Occasional (0-35% of day), Frequent (33-66% of day), High (67-100% of day), Not Applicable. Standing – 4–6 hours, Walking – 2 hours, Climbing – 2 hours, 30 min. Lifting (floor to waist level) 20 lbs, Lifting (waist level and above) 20 lbs, Carrying objects, Push/pull, Twisting, 10 min. Reaching forward and overhead, 10 min each. Keyboard use/repetitive motion – 4–6 hours. Sensory Requirements: Near & Far vision, Hearing, Depth perception. Accurate vision required (20/40, 20/20).

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.