Village of Carol Stream, Civil Engineer

The Village of Carol Stream has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and collaborative Civil Engineer with an interest in public service, to join our Engineering Services team in their commitment to building safe, sustainable, and innovative infrastructure that enhances the quality of life for our community.

Reporting to the Senior Civil Engineer, the Civil Engineer will gain broad municipal experience while working on a variety of public projects from concept through construction, and play a vital role in support of the Department’s work in maintaining and improving the Village’s infrastructure. This will entail assisting with engineering design, project management, and construction oversight. Primary duties include Capital Improvement Planning, Development Review and Inspection, and Asset Management.

Additionally, preparing cost estimates, plans, specifications, bids and contract documents for construction projects; providing technical guidance to staff and residents, and serving as a resource for enterprise software used in daily operations used for permitting, asset management and GIS.

Ideal candidates will be problem-solvers with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a team-oriented, public serving environment. Additionally, qualified candidates must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an accredited engineering program.
• Must be a certified Engineer in Training or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year.
• At least one (1) year of professional engineering design and project management experience, with prior experience within a municipal sector.
• Must be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours when required.

We offer a competitive starting salary of $86, 977 – $98,997 depending on qualifications, an excellent benefit package including health (80% employer paid), dental, and life insurance, as well as IMRF pension system; commitment to professional development; and a collaborative team environment.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to projects that directly impact the local community. Interested candidates should submit a resume with cover letter via the “Jobs” section of our website olstream.org . Open until filled.