Civil design engineer

Job Title: Civil Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Civil Design Engineer to join our expanding team. In this role, you will be responsible for project designs and construction documents, leveraging your expertise in AutoCAD to work on grading, drainage, erosion control, and other civil-related tasks. You will coordinate with project team members and communicate effectively with clients, assisting senior engineers in developing both commercial and residential site plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop project designs and construction documents using AutoCAD.
• Work on grading, drainage, erosion control, and other civil-related tasks.
• Coordinate with project team members and communicate with clients.
• Assist senior engineers in developing commercial and residential site plans.
• Conduct site visits and collaborate closely with project managers and contractors.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in civil engineering and civil design.
• Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience in site design, stormwater management, drainage, and grading.
• Familiarity with land and site development, drainage design, and residential/commercial site design.
• Knowledge of project management and permitting processes.
• At least 3 years of civil design experience.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Experience with MS Office, including Word and Excel.
• EIT certification preferred.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Microstation and HydroCAD.
  
  

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment, with in-office days from Tuesday to Thursday and remote work on Monday and Friday. You will have the flexibility to choose your office location based on your residence, either in our Naperville or Chicago offices. Our company's civil team consists of members across various locations, providing ample opportunities for collaboration and professional growth. As a 100% employee-owned company, we emphasize a culture of empowerment, professional development, and work-life balance. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous PTO, and a 401(k) plan along with ownership opportunities through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Naperville, Illinois.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $53.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Naperville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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