Entry-Level Civil Engineer

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors. From architecture, food/beverage processing, and federal to transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities.

Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last. Mead & Hunt is looking for an Entry-Level Civil Engineer to join our Transportation group.

Responsibilities include:

• Serving as an on-site project representative
• Construction inspection and documentation
• Interpreting construction plan drawings and specifications
• Field measurements and quality calculations
• Field observations of roadway conditions and data collection
• Roadway design modeling (AutoCAD or Civil3D)
• Prepare cost estimates and specifications
• Assist in developing design plans
• Identify and apply or use the standards, guidelines and principals in the AASHTO Green Book, Highway Capacity Manual, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Highway Safety Manual, and other local and national standards
• Assist in the analysis, preparation, or modification of reports, specification, plans, schedule, studies, permits, and designs for projects
• Technical writing
• Attend client meetings
• Assist in client contact and communications.

A valid driver’s license and some travel will be required.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in civil engineering from an accredited college or university or the ability to obtain the degree within nine months of hire date.

The ideal candidate will have any/all of the following:

• Modeling software (AutoCAD/Civil3D)
• Passed Fundamentals Exam (EIT) or ability to within six months of start date
• MS Office suite of software
• Survey or construction inspection
• IL inspector certifications (IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification preferred)

Why Mead & Hunt?

• Strong Company Culture
• Robust Career Advancement, Training, & Growth Opportunities
• Employee-Owned Firm
• Flexible Schedules
• Diverse Skillsets, One Company
• Impressive Benefits Package

At Mead & Hunt we shape the future by putting people first. If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, we can help you grow your career working with industry experts on exciting projects. Complete the online application at if this matches your career goals.

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Salary Range: $66k - $87k/per year – Actual compensation may vary due to various factors such as: experience, skill set or location.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin