Staff Civil Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer to contribute to various projects. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and collaborative spirit, focusing on civil design, pavement assessments, and geotechnical investigations. You'll be involved in preparing detailed design documents, conducting field observations, and ensuring project compliance with specifications. The company fosters a culture of growth and innovation, offering opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to creating resilient communities and tackling pressing challenges in infrastructure and sustainability.

Benefits

Market-Competitive Compensation

Annual Performance Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Well-Being Program

Paid Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of civil design experience required.
• Must have passed the FE exam and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical memos, reports, and construction plans.
• Conduct field observations of construction activities.

Skills

Pavement condition assessments

Pavement design

Technical writing

Field observation

Civil design experience

Geotechnical projects

Roadway projects

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Surface water management programs

GIS

Job description

We have a need for a Staff Civil Engineer to work on a variety of projects. The desired civil skills include:

• 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

We are GEI.

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.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. 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.

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
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

• Sedentary
• Light
• Medium
• Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

• Occasional (0-35% of day)
• Frequent (33-66% of day)
• (67-100% of day)
• Not Applicable

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

10 min

x

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

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