Civil Engineer Jobs in Deerfield, IL

A Civil Engineer is an integral part of the engineering industry, responsible for designing, constructing, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and wastewater treatment plants. They perform various tasks such as conducting feasibility studies, developing detailed plans, estimating costs, and ensuring that projects comply with legal requirements and environmental guidelines. A Civil Engineer also plays a crucial role in making decisions on issues like traffic flow, water resource use, and urban development.

Important skills for a Civil Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using specialized software for designing and modeling infrastructure systems. They should also have excellent communication skills to effectively present their ideas and negotiate with clients and other professionals. The essential certifications for a Civil Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license which requires a degree from an ABET-accredited program, four years of relevant work experience, and passing scores on two exams. Prior to becoming a Civil Engineer, individuals might work as a Civil Engineering Intern, Engineering Technician, or Junior Civil Engineer to gain practical experience and technical skills in the field.

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Civil Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Civil Engineer Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science and 4+ years of experience with Civil Engineering Design and experience with tower, shelter, and similar structure projects....

Structural Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Structural Engineer Required Qualifications: Civil Engineering Degree (B.S.) OR similar....

Fire Protection Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Description Leidos is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer (with expertise in Fire Life Safety) to join the National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC) team. The position will...

Early Career Structural Engineer - Buildings

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline. 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience Excellent research skills...

Roadway Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. 5+ years of professional experience, including 2+ years focused on roadway design....

Construction / Civil Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum 5 years of experience as Project Engineer and/or Resident Engineer with Civil Engineering Design and experience with tower, shelter, and similar structure projects....

Structural Engineer 3

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental industrial and infrastructure construction projects Headquartered in Austin...

Transportation Project Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering, or equivalent required Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred 2 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the Civil Engineering and Construction Industry This position...

Civil Engineer - Entry/Mid-Level

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Civil Engineering specifications or calculations....

Infrastructure Engineer-SCCM/Intune Architect

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding,...

Bridge Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago

BRIDGE PRACTICE Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility...

Civil Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago

in AutoCAD Civil 3D....

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Infrastructure Engineer

  • Mettawa, IL (4 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mettawa, IL (4 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago

This is an hybrid position. Onsite Tues, Wed and Thurs. Representative work may include the following: Lead and support OS & SQL upgrades for multiple platforms, in partnership with infrastructure...

Professional Engineer - Structural Forensics (Chicago, IL)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Professional Engineer - Structural Forensics (Chicago, IL) Job Details Job Location USF - Chicago - Chicago, IL Remote Type Fully Remote Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Job...

Remote Work

Senior Site-Civil Engineer - Substation (Chicago)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Deerfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program or Bachelor of Science in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program...

Demographic Data for Deerfield, IL

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Deerfield, IL

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Deerfield, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.4%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Civil Engineers in Deerfield, IL
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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