Niles, IL – Civil Engineer II

WE ARE HIRING! Join our team and become our new full-time CIVIL ENGINEER II, responsible for designing, managing, and supporting a wide range of public infrastructure projects throughout the Village of Niles.

Some info about the position…

• Leads and supports the design and construction of Village infrastructure projects, including streets, sewers, water mains, alleys, stormwater systems, and other Public Works related functions dealing with infrastructure.
• Prepares engineering plans, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and project documents.
• Manages and inspects construction projects to ensure compliance with Village standards, schedules, and budgets.
• Provides technical guidance to staff, contractors, residents, and other Village departments.
• Reviews development plans, permits, and traffic studies.
• Conducts field work, surveys, site inspections, and utility evaluations.
• Assists with identifying and preparing grant opportunities for infrastructure improvements.

Join an award-winning team!

• 2015 ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Under $10MM: Stormwater Relief Basins
• 2018 APWA Suburban Branch – Project of the Year ($5-$25MM): Cleveland Sewer Separation
• 2019 ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement ($35-$100MM): MGNWC Water Supply
• 2019 APWA Suburban Branch – Project of the Year over $75MM: MGNWC Water Supply Project
• 2023 ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement ($10-$25MM): Golf Mill Park Stormwater Mitigation

Qualified candidates should…

• Have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field
• Have at least seven (7) years of professional experience in civil engineering, public works design and construction, or a related field
• Have a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer from the State of Illinois
• Have previous project management experience
• Have a valid State of Illinois Driver’s License

Pay, benefits, and more…

• Hiring range for this position is $101,918 – $142,685 (starting salary is typically no higher than the midpoint and is dependent upon qualifications)
• Typical hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with evening and weekend hours as needed
• Paid leave
• Health insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) and 457b retirement plans
• Niles Family Fitness Center membership and wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

It’s possible here. The Village of Niles strives to create a community and workplace where everyone feels welcomed. We care deeply about our residents and businesses, and we work hard on their behalf to keep making Niles better. Ready to join us? APPLY NOW by downloading an application from the Village’s website and sending your application along with your resume in PDF format to personnel@vniles.com. Applications will be accepted until December 5, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.