Staff Engineer

Great River Group; Lake Zurich, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with matching up to 5%

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Education and Licensing assistance

Job summary

G2 Consulting Group in Lake Zurich, IL is seeking Full Time Entry-Level Staff Engineers with 0 to 4 years of experience to support its Construction Department.

Staff Engineers will perform and coordinate field inspections and investigations under supervision; responsibilities include construction observation, testing, and report preparation across earthwork, foundations, concrete, steel, masonry, and paving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 0–4 years of demonstrated experience in construction or geotechnical engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent G2 in a professional manner on assigned construction sites.
• Independently operate relevant equipment.
• Work on multiple projects for multiple project managers within budgets and deadlines.
• Assist and perform laboratory testing work under supervision of a senior engineer/technician.

Skills

Communication skills

Coordination & prioritization

Admin & time management

Driver's license & insurance

Lifting 50 lbs

Stamina/standing

Outdoor work

Overtime & travel

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

Posted Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM

G2 Consulting Group is looking for Full Time Entry-Level Staff Engineers with 0 to 4 years of demonstrated experience for its Construction Department in Lake Zurich, IL. Staff Engineers perform and coordinate field inspections and investigations under the supervision of a project engineer or project manager. Principal duties will consist of construction observation and testing, laboratory testing, and report preparation. Testing duties will include earthwork, foundation, concrete, steel, masonry, and paving inspection at job sites.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, or related degree;
• 0 to 4 years of demonstrated experience in construction or geotechnical engineering;
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills;
• Strong prioritization skills: Coordination and matrix management skills, self-directed and self-motivated
• Administrative and time management skills with keen attention to detail
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance and have an excellent driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Willingness to work outside
• Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends, and travel requiring out of town, overnight stays

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Represent G2 in a professional manner on assigned construction sites
• Independently operate relevant equipment.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects for multiple project managers within budgets and deadlines.
• Assist and perform laboratory testing work under the direction of a senior engineer/technician.

BENEFITS:

• Company-paid health insurance
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Education and Professional Licensing Assistance Programs

It is the policy of G2 Consulting Group to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. G2 Consulting Group prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.