Design Engineer
Trilon Group
$65,000 - $90,000 / year
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Description
This opportunity is ideal for an engineer with 3 to 10 years of experience who is looking to expand their technical expertise, take on additional project responsibilities, and contribute to meaningful civil infrastructure projects. You will work alongside experienced engineering professionals while gaining exposure to project design, client service, and project delivery. Candidates with experience in site/civil engineering, transportation, water/wastewater, or utility infrastructure are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop engineering designs, plans, specifications, and construction documents for infrastructure, site development, water/wastewater, and transportation projects.
- Perform engineering analyses, calculations, and modeling to support design decisions, including grading and drainage design, hydraulic modeling, and utility design.
- Prepare construction drawings and technical documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams, including civil, structural, environmental, mechanical, and electrical professionals.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, and industry standards.
- Assist with technical reports, engineering studies, permit applications, and supporting documentation.
- Support project managers with project planning, scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and project tracking.
- Conduct field investigations, site visits, and data collection to support project development and validate existing conditions.
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to address technical questions and resolve project challenges.
- Review shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor submittals to ensure conformance with design intent during construction.
- Identify innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective engineering solutions that add value to our clients.
- Maintain accurate project records and follow established quality control standards and procedures.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 3 to 10 years of engineering design experience in civil infrastructure, transportation, site development, or water/wastewater projects.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain licensure, preferred.
- Proficiency with engineering design software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and other applicable analysis or modeling tools.
- Working knowledge of applicable engineering codes, regulations, and industry standards.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience preparing construction documents, technical specifications, and permit-related documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Willingness and ability to perform periodic field work, site visits, and inspections as required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Major medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401K
- Bonus program
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Professional development
- A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside
Equal Opportunity Employer
Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
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Benefits
- Competitive salary Major medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account 401K Bonus program Paid holidays and generous paid time off Professional development A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest. Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines. Equal Opportunity Employer Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. #LI-KC2
About this role
Gonzalez Companies is looking for a Design Engineer to join their Cincinnati office and contribute to infrastructure projects serving water utilities, transportation agencies, and municipalities across the region. With 3 to 10 years of civil engineering experience, you'd develop designs, specifications, and construction documents for site development, water/wastewater, and transportation work—using AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce technical drawings and performing analyses like hydraulic modeling and utility design. The role balances hands-on technical work with broader project involvement, including field investigations, client coordination, permit support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to solve real infrastructure challenges.
This position suits engineers ready to deepen their expertise while taking on expanded responsibilities. You'll need EIT certification, a civil engineering degree, and solid software skills; a PE license or a clear path to one is preferred. The work demands strong problem-solving abilities, attention to codes and regulations, and comfort managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Periodic field work and site visits are part of the role.
Gonzalez offers competitive pay (65,000–90,000), comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k with bonus potential, and genuine professional development opportunities within a growing firm known for its collaborative culture.
Typical pay for this role
$140,000
Typical range: $100,000 to $140,000
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