Civil Engineer

Overview

WE ARE HIRING! Join our team and become our new full-time CIVIL ENGINEER I, responsible for providing technical support and professional engineering services for public infrastructure projects throughout the Village of Niles.

Some info about the position…

• Participates in and supports the planning, design, construction oversight, and inspection of public infrastructure projects, including streets, sewers, water systems, and facilities.
• Reviews, analyzes, and verifies engineering plans and specifications for compliance with applicable standards and codes.
• Prepares engineering drawings and designs using CAD software (Micro Station/Intergraph).
• Conducts on-site construction inspections, observations, and field coordination activities.
• Performs basic field surveying tasks and utilizes GIS to support the maintenance of the Village’s utility and infrastructure databases.
• Provides technical information and coordination support to contractors, property owners, and residents.

• 2015 ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Under $10MM:
  Stormwater Relief Basins
• 2018 APWA Suburban Branch – Project of the Year ($5-$25MM):
  Cleveland Sewer Separation
• 2019 ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement ($35-$100MM): MGNWC Water Supply
• 2019 APWA Suburban Branch – Project of the Year over $75MM: MGNWC Water Supply Project
• 2023 ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement ($10-$25MM):
  Golf Mill Park Stormwater Mitigation

• Have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Have a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in municipal public works engineering or private consulting supporting public infrastructure design and construction.
• Have an Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Have the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Illinois within four (4) years of employment.
• Be able to exert over 100 pounds occasionally and over 50 pounds frequently, with mechanical assistance as appropriate.
• Have a valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.

• Hiring range for this position is $79,223 – $110,912 (starting salary is typically no higher than the midpoint and is dependent upon qualifications)
• Typical hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with evening and weekend hours as needed
• Paid leave
• Health insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) and 457b retirement plans
• Niles Family Fitness Center membership and wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

It’s possible here. The Village of Niles strives to create a community and workplace where everyone feels welcomed. We care deeply about our residents and businesses, and we work hard on their behalf to keep making Niles better. Ready to join us?
APPLY NOW by downloading an application from the Village’s website and sending your application along with your resume in PDF format to  Applications will be accepted until February 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

The Village of Niles is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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