Project Engineer - Site/Civil

Based in the Midwest, the Professional Engineers at Orion Engineers, LLC provides comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and analysis for a diverse market base nationwide.

Orion Engineers, LLC is seeking a Licensed Professional Engineer to assist our team in delivering site civil engineering services on existing projects and assist in the pursuit of new opportunities.

As a Project Engineer- Site Civil at Orion Engineers, you will have the opportunity to continue to hone your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to project accounting, client service, marketing, and product and business development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Engineer Site Civil will manage the planning, design, permitting, and preparation of specifications, for a variety of land development and redevelopment projects.

The individual may also be called on to work closely with or manage multi-disciplinary teams on projects. Activities will vary but could include :

• Provide expertise in the preparation of inventory assessments, analyses, and reports, development of detailed site and grading plans, erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management design, water and wastewater design, construction detailing and specifications.
• Perform hydrologic / hydraulic analysis and design, SWPPP, and water quality compliance.
• Research code requirements.
• Research design options and document findings.
• Prepare environmental impact and other administrative reports required for project permits.
• Provide design solutions for projects within budget and time schedules, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and client standards.
• Ensure accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of others on projects to ensure proper and timely execution.
• QA / QC work by others to ensure completeness and accuracy of team deliverables.
• Inform corporate management of workload and any changes in the project schedule, scope, or additional services.
• Establish local connections with government officials, developers, architects, business and manufacturing clients, or other land development arenas.
• Assist or participate in the preparation of project proposals and other business development efforts.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing professional networks;

and participating in professional societies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET Accredited Engineering Program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressively responsible experience and a proven track record of successful Illinois Site Civil Engineering experiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MWRD permitting policies, site / utility plan preparation, and construction administration.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D design software.
• Demonstrated local experience with private developments and government agencies performing site due diligence, preparing land use permits, understanding of zoning laws, and presenting to municipal agencies.
• Qualified candidates must have a valid driver’s license.

Flexible work from home options available.