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Entry Level Civil / Environmental Engineering

Trilon Group

Entry Level Civil Engineer

Early Career Engineer

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

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

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. Civil Engineering

Municipal Engineering

Transportation Engineering

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.

Support project development from concept through completion

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)

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)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and design/analysis software
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications

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

Exposure to diverse project types across municipal, transportation, and civil sectors

Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and continuing education

Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative team environment

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. The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

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. Trilon Group offers a multitude of career paths, spanning technical, project management, business management, business development, and operations. Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria.

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