Civil Engineer Jobs in Evanston, 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 UIS

  • Des Plaines, IL (9 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (9 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Must have current and relevant knowledge of building structural codes to be able to perform structural design calculations and conduct engineering assessments....

US E - Consulting - Project Delivery Specialist II - Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - AI & Engineering - Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure - TSP

  • Arlington Heights, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Are you an experienced, passionate pioneer in technology who wants to work in a collaborative environment? As an experienced Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Project Delivery Specialist you will...

Project Structural Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Structural design and analysis for a wide range of buildings projects, involving steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and archaic building systems...

Structural Project Engineer - R5748-2534

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

We are looking for a candidate with experience in structural design, structural repair, renovation, retrofit design, and demolition....

Infrastructure Engineer III - 12875_5-4459

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **The Infrastructure Engineer III role is responsible for the operations of secure and highly available computing platforms, servers, and...

Senior Fire Protection Engineer - Mission Critical

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Fire Protection Engineer will lead the design work on multi-discipline projects and lead the preparation of comprehensive fire protection packages including fire suppression, fire...

Civil Engineer V

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Preparing and reviewing engineering design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for infrastructure construction, maintenance, and repair projects....

Infrastructure Engineer I

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description: McDonalds growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape...

Mobile Building Engineer

  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Mobile Building Engineer Job ID 216073 Posted 21-Apr-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Addison - Illinois - United States of...

Senior Site-Civil Engineer - Substation (Chicago)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Staff Site-Civil Engineer - Substation (Chicago)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Lead Structural Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

CityChicago StateIL CountryUnited States Area of InterestStructural Engineering TypeFull Time - Regular Job ID2025-15534 Business GroupNuclear Power Group DepartmentStructural and Civil Engineering...

Principal Bridge Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

TYLin** is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With...

Civil Engineer II

  • Downers Grove, IL (23 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (23 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Civil Engineer in the completion of civil engineering design calculations. + Applies client-s program requirements and design criteria to existing buildings and structures. + Responsible for maintaining...

Professional Engineer - Structural Forensics (Chicago, IL)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.

Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Evanston, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.6%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.3%
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 Evanston, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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