Civil Engineer II
Chicago, IL · HybridFull-time$97–122K/yrPosted 3mo agoStill listed today
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Job overview
Ryan Companies seeks a Civil Engineer II to support site design and project delivery. The role develops coordinated construction documentation, prepares site plans, performs engineering calculations and CAD drafting, and contributes to meetings and project schedules. Candidates must have a civil engineering bachelor's degree, a Professional Engineer license, at least six years of relevant professional experience, and knowledge of site design, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Job Description:
Ryan Companies is looking for an organized, innovative, collaborative and forward-thinking individual who aims for the highest standards of excellence. The ideal candidate will be able to problem solve and design both as part of a collaborative team and independently.
To be successful in this role, a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license is required. You must have at least 6 years of relevant professional work experience with an excellent knowledge of site design and other design disciplines. Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is expected.
If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today!
Some things you can expect to do:
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Works in tandem with Civil Engineers, Architects, Development, Construction and Consultants to develop documentation for coordination and construction.
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Solves problems and applies basic principles of design.
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Project Delivery
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Participates in creating complete and thorough set of site documents to meet project goals, milestones and schedule.
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Participates in site design and plan preparation to depict site layouts, grading, stormwater management, erosion control and utilities.
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Participates in and can lead site design meetings, consultant meetings and project team meetings.
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Performs CAD drafting tasks and engineering calculations.
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Gathers background site data from online resources.
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Assists in analyzing site constraints.
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Performs zoning code reviews and research agency requirements.
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Participates in creating preconstruction schedules and assists in entitlement process with Cities and other review agencies.
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Independently solves problems and seeks guidance on unusual or complex issues.
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Performs tasks with a high level of collaboration and sets and example for others to follow.
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Contributes to Ryan culture through participation in office activities, initiatives and learning programs.
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Establishes and pursues annual goals, based on personal, professional and company growth in the industry.
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Directs and mentors Intern staff.
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Responsible for execution of Ryan’s yearly review and goal setting process based on personal and professional, development goals.
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Actively participates in Ryan Companies’ and Ryan A+E’s 5-year vision/initiatives and 1-year business plans and goals.
You will really standout if you:
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Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred, or related field.
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Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (EIT) in the state of employment preferred.
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Relevant professional work experience.
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Strong organizational skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to collaborate with a diverse team.
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Strong mathematical background and understanding or engineering principles (hydrology, grading, etc.).
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Strong interest in site development.
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Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
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Strong knowledge of Autodesk products (Navisworks, Infraworks) and stormwater modeling software (HydroCAD) preferred.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Compensation:
The base pay range is $97,200-$121,500/Annually. The salary may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.
Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.
Benefits:
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Competitive Salary
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Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
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Retirement and Savings Benefits
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Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
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Life Insurance
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Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
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Educational Assistance
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
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Parenting Benefits
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Employee Discount Programs
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Pet insurance
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Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
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Paid Time for Volunteer Events
Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.
Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Notice to Candidates: Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [email protected]
Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
How this job compares
Set against the 5,312 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$97–122K/yr
- Illinois median$91–140K/yr137 salary ranges
- US median$91–140K/yr2,919 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $109K, is 5% below the Illinois median midpoint ($116K) — in the middle half of Civil Engineer salary ranges in Illinois.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 159 open Civil Engineer jobs in Illinois and 5,312 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Illinois
- CDM Smith18 open
- Farnsworth Group17 open
- Sargent & Lundy17 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (4,322 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 4,060 of the 5,312 open Civil Engineer jobs (76%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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