Civil Engineer - Municipal
Atwell
Lincolnshire, IL · $93k–$125k a year · Posted January 13, 2026
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About the job
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.
#LI-JK1 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