Early Career Engineer

Early Career Engineer

Multiple Positions – Civil, Municipal, Transportation Engineering & Project Controls

Position Type: Full-Time | On-Site/Hybrid

Locations: Detroit, Cleveland, Maumee, Chicago, Champaign, Rockford, Freeport, Rochelle, Schaumburg, Aurora, New York, New Jersey / East Berlin, Belleville, Hartford, Providence, Boston

About This Opportunity

We are seeking talented early-career engineers to join our growing team across multiple locations and service lines. This is your opportunity to launch your engineering career with mentorship from experienced professionals, real-world project experience, and a clear path for professional growth. We're looking for passionate individuals with 0–4 years of experience in:

• Civil Engineering
• Municipal Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Junior Planners
• Project Controls

And we're backing that growth with more than good intentions: eligible roles come with a guaranteed seat in Blueprint, our new early career leadership program. Over six months, you'll build professional development, business acumen, and project delivery skills through real case studies, simulations, and role-play — not passive lectures — culminating in an in-person capstone event where you'll present your work and map out your goals for the year ahead.

Your Future Starts With A Plan.

Department: Community Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Champaign, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

Compensation: $65,000 - $95,000 / year

What You'll Do

• Support project development from concept through completion
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and documentation
• Assist in field inspections, surveying, and site investigations
• Work with design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, GIS tools)
• Collaborate with senior engineers, clients, and contractors
• Participate in planning studies, feasibility analyses, and permit applications
• Track project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation (for Project Controls roles)

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field
• 0–4 years of relevant experience (recent graduates welcome)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and design/analysis software
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications

Preferred:

• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software
• Familiarity with GIS, Revit, or construction management software
• Project site experience and knowledge of construction processes
• Understanding of municipal codes, regulations, and permitting processes
• EIT (Engineer in Training) certification or active pursuit of PE licensure

What We Offer

• A guaranteed seat in Blueprint for eligible roles — six months of hands-on leadership development, capped with an in-person capstone event
• Mentorship from licensed engineers with decades of experience
• Professional development support and PE exam study resources
• Exposure to diverse project types across municipal, transportation, and civil sectors
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and continuing education
• Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative team environment

About Trilon

Trilon was formed with the vision of building the next Top 20 infrastructure consulting firm in North America by bringing together some of the nation's best infrastructure consulting firms, focused on delivering practical and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Trilon is backed by Alpine Investors, a PeopleFirst Private Equity Firm. Trilon currently comprises 5,500+ staff across the US. For more information, visit

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

About Trilon Group

Trilon group was formed with a vision to build the next Top 20 design firm in North America with a reputation for delivering smart and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Our investment in talent ensures we are the most trusted partner by our clients, our talent, and our investors. Similar to the infrastructure we design, we want to build an enduring company for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. We invest in partners who ensure infrastructure solutions address some of the communities most complex challenges of sustainability, resiliency, social equity, and constructibility. As a People First company, we are focused on growing the careers of our people faster within the Trilon group than our peers. We invest heavily in developing and elevating talent across our family of companies. Trilon Group offers a multitude of career paths, spanning technical, project management, business management, business development, and operations. Apply Now

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

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