Design Engineer

United States·East PeoriaFull Timemid

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Key Responsibilities

Medical/dental/vision Life insurance Disability insurance 401K Retirement Plan Profit-sharing bonus plan Paid time off An awesome work environment.

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Fehr Graham is a leading engineering and environmental firm with a passion for helping communities thrive. We offer smart solutions to complex challenges in infrastructure, water resources, transportation, environmental compliance, and beyond. Our team of experts works collaboratively across disciplines to improve quality of life for our clients and the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?
We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. At Fehr Graham, we don’t just manage projects – we bring them to life! This position will put you in the driver’s seat to help steer our water resources projects. If you have a passion for transforming concepts into tangible achievements and hope to accelerate your career, we want you on our team.

Where you’ll work
The position is based in our East Peoria, IL office. At Fehr Graham, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized attention and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of skilled professionals who provide exceptional service. We also believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

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What you’ll do
We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our firm. This position plays a key role in supporting engineering teams on transportation, municipal infrastructure, and water resource projects. The ideal candidate is skilled in CAD design, familiar with civil engineering principles, and eager to contribute to meaningful projects that improve public infrastructure and community sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare design plans and construction drawings for transportation, roadway, utility, stormwater, and water/wastewater projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Collaborate with Project Engineers and Project Managers to support project execution from concept through final design.
Perform design calculations and assist in quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
Interpret survey data, GIS data, field notes, and technical reports for use in project designs.
Assist with preparation of permit applications and project documentation.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including municipal clients and review agencies.
Contribute to quality assurance and quality control checks on design deliverables.

What it takes

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
5+ years of relevant experience in civil design; focus on infrastructure, transportation or water resources preferred.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required; experience with MicroStation and GIS is a plus.
Knowledge of IDOT standards and local permitting agencies is beneficial.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Eagerness to grow professionally and support a collaborative project team.

What you’ll get
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

Medical/dental/vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Profit-sharing bonus plan
Paid time off
An awesome work environment.

Pay Transparency:
The base salary (or hourly rate) 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.

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website.