About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This role supports planning, design, and technical execution of civil engineering projects with a focus on site and land development. Typical responsibilities include:

• Complete engineering assignments using standard practices, methods, and applicable agency requirements.
• Assist in preparing design plans, specifications, and cost estimates that meet municipal, county, state, and federal standards.
• Prepare engineering calculations, sketches, comparisons, and technical analyses to support design decisions.
• Review drawings and submittals from vendors, clients, architects, and other engineers; recommend revisions to supervisors.
• Research and apply relevant codes, regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Document design options, findings, and technical results for supervisor review and project records.
• Produce clear technical reports and correspondence summarizing studies and evaluations.
• Conduct field visits to verify existing conditions, understand site constraints, and support design development.
• Coordinate assigned tasks with designers, CAD technicians, surveyors, and engineers to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors about workload, schedule changes, and scope adjustments.
• Review completed work for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to standards prior to submission.
• Perform occasional deliveries, pickups, or errands to support project operations.
• Support hands-on project work including design calculations, plan preparation, and field observations.
• Contribute to dependable client service through timely, accurate, and problem-solving work products.

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Who You Are / Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 0–4 years of civil engineering experience (entry-level to early-career).
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or the ability to obtain EI within one year.
• Strong knowledge of core engineering principles, practices, and mathematical applications.
• Ability to perform engineering computations, cost estimates, and moderately complex design tasks.
• Familiarity with engineering field instruments and standard office tools.
• Basic proficiency with Civil 3D and AutoCAD; experience with OpenSite a plus.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Professional communication skills with colleagues, clients, and supervisors.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

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Additional Skills & Professional Interests

• Interest in site development and land development project types.
• Experience using Civil 3D and AutoCAD in academic or professional settings.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary civil engineering design across diverse projects.
• Motivation to pursue professional licensure and accrue qualifying experience under a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Desire to grow into roles with increased design ownership and project management responsibilities.

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Work Environment & Schedule

• Contract-to-hire opportunity based in a local office of approximately ten professionals (civil engineers, drafters, and surveyors).
• Fully onsite in Morris, IL — roughly 75% office-based design and technical work and about 25% field visits (varies by project).
• Direct mentorship and training from a licensed Professional Engineer to support experience accrual toward licensure.
• Team-oriented culture emphasizing collaboration, open communication, problem-solving, and dependable client service.
• Day-to-day work performed with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and related design software and standard office tools.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $33.65 - $36.06 per hour (Contract to Hire).
• If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options)
  • Voluntary life & AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time off / leave (PTO, vacation, sick leave)

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Other Details

• Employment type: Contract to Hire (on-site in Morris, IL).
• Application deadline (anticipated): Aug 17, 2026.
• This posting is managed by Careertakes on behalf of a Confidential Client in the Engineering industry.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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