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Design Professional - Civil

8/14/2025

The successful applicant will engage in design and fieldwork assignments related to water and wastewater infrastructure. They will collaborate with design teams and clients while gaining real-world experience on various projects.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
As an architecture and engineering consulting firm, Shive-Hattery goes beyond traditional design. With deep knowledge of your business, we deliver customized solutions while providing support as an extension of your staff. It's more than just a one-time transaction; we cultivate relationships. To be your trusted advisor is the highest honor and our ultimate goal.
About the Role

Description


Shive-Hattery has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time Engineer I in our Water/Wastewater Group in the Quad Cities. The successful applicant will be provided with a combination of design and fieldwork assignments as well as excellent career development opportunities.


We are seeking a motivated environmental or civil engineer with a strong interest in planning, design, and related construction services of water and wastewater infrastructure.  The successful candidate will gain:

  • Real-world experience on a variety of projects, 
  • Mentorship by our experienced multi-disciplined design staff and project managers, 
  • Application of engineering principles and training in engineering and design software,
  • Collaboration with design teams and clients.


Requirements


  • Education: Graduate of an accredited engineering school
  • Experience: new graduate or early career Design Professional with 0 to 3 years experience; Internships/summer experience in general civil engineering or construction a plus
  • License/Certification: Have passed or are scheduled to take the Fundamentals Of Engineering exam to obtain official Engineering Intern
  • Interest in evaluation, study, and design of water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, and treatment systems 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D experience a plus
  • Communicates effectively, written and orally
  • Demonstrates an ability to be service oriented to existing and potential clients
  • Reads and understands construction engineering plans and drawings, including sheet references and layering
  • Works effectively with other Engineers on multi-discipline teams
  • Manages time and workload effectively which includes planning, organization and prioritization with attention to detail
  • Must be able to drive and have access to an automobile, climb ladders and work off of elevated platforms and open grating, and wear personal protective equipment required for specific clients and sites
  • Must be able to pass drug screening tests and background screening, which are both required for some client sites.



Why Shive-Hattery?


You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place. At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally. We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.


Benefit Highlights:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
  • Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
  • FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
  • 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
  • Overtime Bonus
  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • First Time License Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
  • …And Many More!

  

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

  • At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 



Key Skills
Environmental EngineeringCivil EngineeringWater InfrastructureWastewater InfrastructureDesign SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteAutoCAD Civil 3DCommunicationClient ServiceConstruction PlansTeam CollaborationTime ManagementPlanningOrganizationAttention to DetailFieldwork
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionVoluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Insurance PlansFSAPaid HolidaysPTOPaid Parental Leave401K/Roth 401K with Company MatchOvertime BonusProfit Sharing BonusFirst Time License BonusTuition ReimbursementLicensure/Certification Financial SupportProfessional Development OpportunitiesCalm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
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