Civil Engineer I

Gurnee, Village of•Gurnee, IL

About The Position

Civil Engineer I is an entry-level professional position responsible for preparing plans and cost estimates for municipal roadway, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, and other projects. The role supports design and field activities while developing technical and project coordination skills under close supervision. It also involves plan review for public and private projects and the initiation, design, and supervision of public improvement construction. The position includes construction management, inspection, and field measurement and quantity take-off for ongoing projects, along with associated documentation and report preparation. Work also includes engineering calculations and modeling, preparing design drawings and technical reports, developing preliminary grading, drainage, and utility solutions, and supporting construction documents and cost estimates. The engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and participates in client meetings, site visits, and construction support activities. Designs must comply with applicable codes, environmental requirements, and safety standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a related curriculum.
At least 1 year of full-time or combined internship/co-op experience performing comparable civil engineering work tasks.
State of Illinois Engineer Intern License, or ability to obtain one within 1 year.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Prepare plans and cost estimates for municipal roadway, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, and other projects.
Provide construction management, inspection, and field measurement and quantity take-off for ongoing projects.
Document projects and prepare reports.
Review plans for public and private projects.
Initiate, design, and supervise construction of public improvements.
Perform basic engineering calculations and modeling.
Assist in preparing design drawings, visual aids, and technical reports.
Develop preliminary engineering solutions, including grading, drainage, and utility layouts.
Prepare construction documents, including plans, specifications, and estimates.
Support proposal preparation and cost estimation for materials and labor.
Maintain project documentation and handle general office tasks.
Coordinate with architects, contractors, surveyors, and multidisciplinary teams.
Participate in client meetings to review design comments.
Conduct site visits with surveying teams to document existing conditions.
Support construction by responding to field questions and reviewing conditions.
Ensure designs follow applicable codes, environmental requirements, and safety standards.
Use engineering software including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office.