Design Engineer
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Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription
Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Design Engineer to help serve our connection of clients and community. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.
This role is ideal for a Design Engineer who brings deep technical design expertise and is ready to step into a leadership position while remaining actively involved in project execution. Preferred backgrounds are in Water/Wastewater, Site/Civil or MEP.\n
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
\nDevelop engineering designs, plans, and specifications for infrastructure, site development, water/wastewater, and/or building systems projects. \nPerform technical analyses, calculations, and modeling to support design decisions across disciplines (e.g., hydraulic modeling, grading/drainage, or mechanical/electrical system sizing). \nPrepare construction drawings and documents using CAD/BIM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit). \nCoordinate design efforts with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineers. \nReview project requirements, codes, and regulations to ensure designs are compliant with local, state, and federal standards. \nAssist in the preparation of technical reports, permitting documents, and engineering studies. \nSupport project managers with scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and progress tracking. \nConduct site visits, field investigations, and data collection to inform design and verify existing conditions. \nCollaborate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to address design questions and resolve issues. \nReview shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs during construction for conformance with design intent. \nIdentify and implement cost-effective, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions. \nMaintain accurate project documentation and adhere to quality control procedures.
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What you'll need
\nBachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. \n5+ years of relevant engineering design experience (level can be adjusted based on role seniority). \nEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain is preferred.\nExperience with design and analysis tools relevant to discipline (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, hydraulic modeling software, or MEP design tools).\nWorking knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., local/state agencies, EPA, building codes, NEC, etc.). \nStrong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. \nAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment. \nEffective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.\nFamiliarity with construction documents, specifications, and permitting processes. \nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with project management tools is a plus. \nAbility to perform field work, including site visits and inspections, as needed.
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Gonzalez Offers Competitive Benefits including:
\nCompetitive salary\nMajor medical, dental and vision insurance\nFlexible Spending Account\nHealth Savings Account\n401K\nBonus program\nPaid holidays and generous paid time off\nProfessional development\nA team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside\nGonzalez 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.
\nWorking 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.
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About Gonzalez CompaniesGonzalez Companies partners with private and public sector clients. Since 2004, Gonzalez Companies has served clients primarily throughout the Midwest, with 8 offices in 5 different states. We know the importance of providing accessibility to clients. Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities.
Our hiring process
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Initial Screening
Stage 3: 1st Interview
Stage 4: Offer
Stage 5: Hired
Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Design Engineer to help serve our connection of clients and community. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.
This role is ideal for a Design Engineer who brings deep technical design expertise and is ready to step into a leadership position while remaining actively involved in project execution. Preferred backgrounds are in Water/Wastewater, Site/Civil or MEP.\n
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
\nDevelop engineering designs, plans, and specifications for infrastructure, site development, water/wastewater, and/or building systems projects. \nPerform technical analyses, calculations, and modeling to support design decisions across disciplines (e.g., hydraulic modeling, grading/drainage, or mechanical/electrical system sizing). \nPrepare construction drawings and documents using CAD/BIM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit). \nCoordinate design efforts with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineers. \nReview project requirements, codes, and regulations to ensure designs are compliant with local, state, and federal standards. \nAssist in the preparation of technical reports, permitting documents, and engineering studies. \nSupport project managers with scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and progress tracking. \nConduct site visits, field investigations, and data collection to inform design and verify existing conditions. \nCollaborate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to address design questions and resolve issues. \nReview shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs during construction for conformance with design intent. \nIdentify and implement cost-effective, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions. \nMaintain accurate project documentation and adhere to quality control procedures.
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What you'll need
\nBachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. \n5+ years of relevant engineering design experience (level can be adjusted based on role seniority). \nEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain is preferred.\nExperience with design and analysis tools relevant to discipline (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, hydraulic modeling software, or MEP design tools).\nWorking knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., local/state agencies, EPA, building codes, NEC, etc.). \nStrong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. \nAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment. \nEffective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.\nFamiliarity with construction documents, specifications, and permitting processes. \nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with project management tools is a plus. \nAbility to perform field work, including site visits and inspections, as needed.
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Gonzalez Offers Competitive Benefits including:
\nCompetitive salary\nMajor medical, dental and vision insurance\nFlexible Spending Account\nHealth Savings Account\n401K\nBonus program\nPaid holidays and generous paid time off\nProfessional development\nA team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside\nGonzalez 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.
\nWorking 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.
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About Gonzalez CompaniesGonzalez Companies partners with private and public sector clients. Since 2004, Gonzalez Companies has served clients primarily throughout the Midwest, with 8 offices in 5 different states. We know the importance of providing accessibility to clients. Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities.
Our hiring process
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Initial Screening
Stage 3: 1st Interview
Stage 4: Offer
Stage 5: Hired
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