Engineer I - Civil Design

Job Details Job Location: Main Headquarters - Vernon Hills, IL 60061 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $69,492.80 - $81,120.00 Salary/year How you will make an impact An exciting opportunity is available to join Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA), an employee-owned, multi-faceted civil engineering and land surveying company that has built a reputation for civil engineering with a personal approach. We are seeking an Engineer I to join our growing Civil Design team in Vernon Hills or Schaumburg, Illinois. The Engineer I will report to the Division Director and perform engineering design tasks for site design improvements, storm and sanitary sewer projects, water main improvements, park improvements, parking lot improvements, and other related design projects from conceptual to final design. This role is an exempt, salary position. We offer a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities Assist with civil design projects including geometrics, profiles/grading, storm sewer, detention calculations, utility coordination, bid items, and specifications. Assist with construction drawings using AutoCAD software. Perform and document field investigations. Visit project sites to assist construction observation duties. Work under the supervision and mentoring of civil engineers and designers. Work in a team setting with other team members within all divisions of the company. Why GHA? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. Benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), seven paid holidays, additional floating holidays, Parental Leave, Educational Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement programs, robust health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA spending accounts, 401(k) Profit Sharing, Bonus Programs, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, Short‑term and Long‑term Disability coverage, Legal insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Join us and be a part of a team that values and invests in you. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Experience Prior internship experience in civil engineering a plus, but not required. Valid Driver's License and registered insured personal vehicle. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently with general supervision and as part of a larger team. Self‑starting, detail‑oriented individual, with organizational and interpersonal skills essential. A strong work ethic with the desire to learn and achieve. The ability to manage multiple projects. Strong self‑initiative to meet client deadlines. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS. ADA Specifications May require occasional bending and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require periodic travel up to 30%. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy GHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gewalt Hamilton Associates