Resident Engineer

Title: Project / Resident Engineer

Location: Westchester

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Project / Resident Engineer. This opportunity is with a collaborative engineering firm supporting municipal infrastructure and utility improvement projects.

Job Duties:

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• Support planning, design, and construction phases of municipal infrastructure and utility projects.
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• Perform field investigations, construction observation, and documentation.
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• Assist with engineering reports, design calculations, plans, and specifications.
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• Coordinate with contractors, municipalities, and internal technical teams.
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• Review shop drawings, pay applications, RFIs, and change orders under senior engineer guidance.
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• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
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• Support permitting submissions and coordination with regulatory agencies.
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• Contribute to both design and construction oversight from project initiation through completion.
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
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• 3–5 years of experience in municipal engineering, sewer system analysis, or related infrastructure work.
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• Experience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling tools such as EPA SWMM, PCSWWM, HydroFlow, HEC-HMS, or similar preferred.
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• Familiarity with IDOT documentation requirements and CMMS.
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• Experience with construction inspection and municipal improvement projects.
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• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred; candidates on PE track encouraged.
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• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,