Civil Engineer

Job Description

Civil Engineer – Design Focus (Belvidere, IL)

Join a tight-knit team that values integrity, quality, and real relationships.

About the Role

Are you looking for a place where you are challenged, your work makes an impact, and your team feels like family? At C.E.S. Inc., a respected civil engineering and surveying firm based in Belvidere, Illinois, we’re looking for a driven and personable Civil Engineer to join our growing team.

In this role, you’ll be immersed in a wide variety of design work—from private developments and public infrastructure to stormwater systems and municipal projects. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy solving complex problems, taking ownership of your work, and working directly with clients.

Why C.E.S. Inc.?

We’re more than a team—we’re a group of professionals who genuinely care about each other and the clients we serve. Our company culture is grounded in honesty, integrity, and doing things the right way. With leadership that supports your personal and professional growth, we offer a collaborative environment, meaningful work, and long-term stability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support civil design for a variety of private and public projects
• Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and final design plans
• Coordinate utility, grading, and stormwater design using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Develop construction drawings and documentation packages
• Perform hydraulic design and stormwater modeling, including detention and drainage systems
• Assist with roadway rehabilitation and municipal infrastructure
• Work with permitting and plan review processes at local and state levels
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders regularly
• Contribute to a team-first culture by helping colleagues and mentoring junior staff

Qualifications and Skills

Benefits and Perks

Location & Schedule

This is a full-time, in-person position based in our Belvidere, Illinois office. A reasonable commuting distance is expected. Our team works a standard Monday through Friday schedule with daytime hours.

Apply Today

We’re looking for someone who’s excited to build long-term relationships, grow with us, and bring excellence to every project. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.