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, Transportation Design & Civil Engineering Consulting.

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

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) 1 to join their transportation design team in Schiller Park, IL. This entry-level role provides hands‑on highway and roadway design experience, mentorship from licensed engineers, and exposure to large corridor projects, drainage and utility design, cost estimating, and construction document preparation. The position is primarily onsite in Schiller Park with flexibility to work remotely depending on business needs.

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What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with and learn from Professional Engineers and transportation design leaders
• Support development of plans for transportation projects: horizontal & vertical geometry, cross sections, earthwork calculations, and 3D roadway modeling
• Prepare quantities, construction specifications, cost estimates, and preliminary/final design documents
• Coordinate with utility owners and other project stakeholders
• Contribute to project scheduling, document control, and QA/QC tasks
• Apply technical skills to improve community infrastructure and project outcomes

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Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Engineer Intern (EIT) registration required, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
• 0–2 years of civil engineering experience; internship or co‑op experience strongly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to work on teams
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and able to meet evolving client and project needs
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

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Skills & Tools

• Experience with, or ability to learn, Bentley OpenRoads Designer and Autodesk Civil3D
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with earthwork modeling, 3D roadway modeling, and quantity takeoffs
• Solid understanding of basic roadway geometry and drainage principles
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative work ethic

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Work Schedule & Location

• Primary work location: Schiller Park, IL (onsite). Remote work may be permitted based on business operations and project needs.
• Position type: Full‑time (entry level)

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated starting compensation: $71,937 per year (estimated). Final offer will depend on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
• Benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings with company match, professional development support, and other standard employee benefits.
• The Confidential Client supports career growth through mentoring, training, and exposure to varied transportation projects.

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Why This Role

• Fast track your career in transportation design with structured mentorship
• Gain practical experience on highway and large‑corridor projects
• Work with a diverse client base and make measurable contributions to community infrastructure
• Competitive benefits and support for professional licensure and development

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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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