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Civil Engineer - Municipal

Atwell, LLC
Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States Posted Oct 8, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

  • Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)

  • Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region

  • Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)

  • Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

Job Description:

Responsible for performing design engineering and associated tasks for government projects under the guidance of a Project Manager. This position involves frequent contact with government clients to assist with the day-to-day engineering operations of local agencies.

Accountability and Duties:

  • Performs professional engineering and design work for government clients.

  • Prepares reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules and permits for transportation, water/wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

  • Obtains and evaluates pertinent field data for proposed construction projects.

  • Prepares engineer’s opinion of probable cost and engineering design calculations.

  • Assists with development plan reviews for compliance with local ordinances.

  • Maintains a good relationship with clients.

  • Prepares permit applications for capital projects.

  • Assists in preparation of proposals for engineering services.

  • Mentors and assists with training Staff Engineers.

  • Delegates specific project assignments to Staff Engineers.

  • Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.

  • Shares responsibility for project schedules and timely completion of projects.

  • Participates in business development activities.

  • Professionally represents the firm at client meetings/hearings.

  • Assists with the preparation and monitoring of project budgets, billing and A/R.

  • Perform other duties incidental to the work described herein.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year college or university

  • Registered professional engineer with five years design experience in government capital projects, including transportation, water/wastewater and stormwater improvements.

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Pay Range

$93,000—$125,000 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions

  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation

  • Competitive Compensation packages

  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards

  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation

  • Tuition Assistance

  • Student Loan Repayment

  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals

  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure

  • Employee Referrals

  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)

  • Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)

  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits

  • Pet Insurance

  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options

  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance

  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness

  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

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