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Water Resource Engineer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: gpac
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-10
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Join a purpose-driven, well-established engineering firm committed to delivering sustainable and reliable solutions that strengthen communities and improve lives. With a "work hard, play hard" culture, we prioritize our employees' growth, work-life balance, and community impact. As a Water Resource Engineer
, you will play a pivotal role in leading innovative water projects, collaborating across departments, and mentoring team members to achieve technical excellence. If you're passionate about creating meaningful, efficient solutions and thrive in a supportive, family-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer
  • Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • Competitive compensation with a performance-based bonus structure and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Robust 401(k) match to help secure your financial future.
  • Diverse project portfolio offering exposure to challenging and impactful work.
  • Strong company culture with a focus on mentorship, professional growth, and team bonding.
  • Opportunities for advancement in a purpose-driven, employee-centric environment.
  • Meaningful work that directly contributes to sustainable community solutions.
What You'll Do
  • Lead complex water resource projects across planning, design, permitting, and construction phases, ensuring technical excellence and quality deliverables.
  • Mentor and direct junior to mid-level engineers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Collaborate with cross-departmental leads and managers to achieve project objectives and maintain client relationships.
  • Uphold best practices and technical standards, ensuring projects meet or exceed client expectations.
  • Serve as a positive representative of the firm, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners.
  • Provide problem-solving expertise, troubleshooting challenges, and delivering high-quality solutions.
  • Monitor projects from inception to completion, ensuring seamless client interaction and project success.
What You'll Need
  • 3+ years of related experience in water resource or civil/environmental engineering.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
  • Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) or EIT license.
  • Strong technical expertise in civil engineering design, public works, and water resource systems.
  • Proficiency in construction calculations, documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of field instrumentation and technical software, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools.
  • Commitment to quality with a motivated, efficient, and detail-oriented mindset.

If you're ready to make a difference in communities while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic firm, apply now to join our team!

If you're interested in this position, please reach out with your resume and availability at .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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