Civil Design Project Engineer

Our Rosemont office is centrally located within the Chicago metropolitan area and serves as the hub for our engineering services operations. Our Civil Design staff are focused on meeting the design and construction needs of a wide range of public and private clients throughout the area, including transportation solutions, water main/sanitary sewer rehabilitation, stormwater management, bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, parks/public spaces, and site development. This role goes beyond design. It’s about impact, leadership, and collaboration. If you love solving problems, managing teams, and making a difference through civil design, this might be the perfect next step in your career.

At CBBEL, our values guide everything we do:Integrity – We follow through on our promises.Excellence – We’re always learning, growing, and raising the bar.Fellowship – We support each other like a true team.Resilience – We stay steady even when challenges arise.Collaboration – We bring our best when we work together.

Sound like your kind of environment? Let’s dive into the details.

What You’ll Do

• Apply principles, methods, and techniques of civil engineering as they relate to the design of drainage and stormwater systems, water main systems, sanitary sewer systems, roadways, and other infrastructure.
• Perform design and analysis for civil engineering projects using approved computer programs and manual computations in accordance with the accepted design practice.
• Work independently on design and production of construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Prepare design calculations, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Contribute to team effort by providing guidance and technical insight to design engineers and other staff.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Independently create and manage CAD designs and production of design drawings.
• Attend project meetings both internally and with clients.
• May act as liaison with client, contractors, or others directly on a variety of projects, assisting with required coordination and problem solving between all parties and site activities.
• Assist Project Manager with project costs by managing the budget, invoicing, and reporting of projects for both internal and client needs.

• Participate in networking events to support business development, talent outreach, and foster new relationships.

• Other assignments as needed.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• At least 3 years of experience in transportation, infrastructure, and/or municipal civil design with increased technical and management responsibilities over time
• EIT and/or PE preferred, and actively working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
• Familiarity with local agencies including Illinois municipalities, IDOT, Will/Cook/DuPage County, and regulatory permitting agencies
• Excellent communication skills
• Working knowledge of MicroStation and Geopak, or similar tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D or OpenRoads Designer

Not Sure You’re a Perfect Match?

• That’s okay. If you have related experience in construction engineering, site development, transportation, infrastructure, water resources, utility coordination, or regulatory permitting and are passionate about civil design, we encourage you to apply.
• Bring your initiative and technical expertise. We’ll bring mentorship, flexibility, and opportunities to help you grow.

Why Join CBBEL?

CBBEL is a full-service civil engineering firm with more than 250 professionals committed to delivering accurate, timely and cost-effective solutions to a wide range of engineering and environmental challenges. One out of every three team members has been with us for more than 20 years, demonstrating how our values create a place where people want to grow.

Our team serves as Municipal Engineer for 26 communities and supports hundreds of public and private sector clients with planning, design, and construction services. We boast a highly talented, experienced and educated team and are proud of our successful, long-term relationships with a wide variety of clients throughout Chicagoland. When you join us, you’ll find:

• Clear growth opportunities in civil design technical development, project management, or specialized areas like Construction, Environmental, or Water Resources
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and discretionary bonuses
• A team that values your input, supports your goals, and celebrates shared success

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of CBBEL to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, parenthood, creed, veteran’s status, veteran’s disability and physical or mental disability, citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. CBBEL intends that all matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, terminations, layoffs and recalls, as well as all CBBEL sponsored social and recreational programs, and all treatment on the job, be free of unlawful discriminatory practices. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email hr@cbbel.com.