Water Utility Engineer I

Baxter & Woodman; Mokena (IL); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

EAP

401k

ESOP

PTO & holidays

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a Water Utility Engineer I in our Infrastructure Department. The role focuses on designing drinking water and wastewater infrastructure for design-build in our Chicago O'Hare, Crystal Lake, Naperville or Mokena IL offices.

A successful candidate will tailor their career path toward design, project management, team leadership or business development. Key duties include planning and design of water and sewer systems, preparing plans and reports, applying trenchless

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering
• Ability to lead themselves through project design
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Strong written verbal computer and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment for both engineering design and contractors

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and design of municipal water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems improvements including pipelines pumping stations valves meters manholes and related infrastructure
• Prepare engineering plans specifications cost estimates and technical reports for utility infrastructure improvement projects
• Design underground infrastructure improvements using Trenchless Technologies such as horizontal directional drilling jack and bore or lining
• Support development and implementation of utility CIP through project evaluation prioritization budgeting and infrastructure replacement planning
• Perform hydraulic analyses and modeling of water distribution systems to support improvement design capacity evaluations and master planning efforts
• Conduct field investigations such as SSES fire flow testing condition assessments and construction observations to support design and planning activities
• Prepare permit applications and coordinate with local state and federal regulatory agencies to ensure project compliance
• Assist with Rate Studies Funding Applications GIS mapping and large multidisciplinary projects wastewater treatment plant stormwater and transportation projects

Skills

Project design

Technical writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

Your future position Water Utility Engineer I Location Chicago OHare Crystal Lake Naperville or Mokena IL

Why you should join our team

Why Baxter & Woodman At Baxter & Woodman both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long lasting fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff

About the role

Your Impact Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Water Utility Engineer I in our Infrastructure Department The Water Utility Engineer I will be responsible for the design of drinking water wastewater and other infrastructure projects for design build in our Chicago OHare Crystal Lake Naperville or Mokena IL office A successful candidate will benefit from a unique opportunity to advance their career path tailored to their interest of technical design project management team management or business development

What your day to day will look like

• Assist in the planning and design of municipal water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems improvements including pipelines pumping stations valves meters manholes and related infrastructure
• Prepare engineering plans specifications cost estimates and technical reports for utility infrastructure improvement projects
• Design underground infrastructure improvements using Trenchless Technologies such as horizontal directional drilling jack and bore or lining
• Support development and implementation of utility Capital Improvement Programs CIP through project evaluation prioritization budgeting and infrastructure replacement planning
• Perform hydraulic analyses and modeling of water distribution systems to support improvement design capacity evaluations and master planning efforts
• Conduct field investigations such as sanitary sewer evaluation surveys SSES fire flow testing condition assessments and construction observations to support design and planning activities
• Prepare permit applications and coordinate with local state and federal regulatory agencies to ensure project compliance
• Assist with Rate Studies Funding Applications GIS mapping and large multidisciplinary projects wastewater treatment plant stormwater and transportation projects

Education/Creditation Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering

Must haves what you will bring

• Ability to lead themselves through project design
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Strong written verbal computer and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment for both engineering design and contractors

Compensation

The pay range for this role is 76000 90000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set depth of experience and certifications

You matter

• At our organization we prioritize the holistic well being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits
• This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings including medical dental and vision plans alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support
• Financial well being is enhanced through our financial planning program life and disability insurance tax savings plans and coverage for accidents cancer and critical illnesses
• Balancing work and time we provide generous paid time off paid holidays parental leave and flexible work arrangements including the option to work from home andor work a flexible schedule on eligible positions
• Additionally we lead the industry by offering 401k plans supported by expert financial advisors and an Employee Stock Ownership program ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving supportive community dedicated to their well being financial security and happiness

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity VetDisability employer