KDM Engineering is searching for a Civil Engineer with experience in the utility or transportation industry. Our Site Civil opportunity offers numerous challenges and an opportunity to become an important part of a well-established professional group.

Responsibilities: 

• Function as part of a project team consisting of professional engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of all facets of civil engineering. 
• Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting and solving a wide variety of civil engineering related issues. 
• Experience with Electric utilities specifically Exelon (ComEd, PEPCO, BGE etc.) with projects encompassing underground conduit design for projects such as facility relocation, new business connections, capacity planning, underground Fiber installation. 
• Drawings creation and permit submittal and permit approval review processes for Office of Underground Coordination (OUC)
• Perform designs for civil site grading and drainage for site civil design and land development projects. 
• Site walkdowns before, during and after the design completion. 
• Construction support for contractor RFIs on the designs created by the engineer. 
• Experience with developing MOT (maintenance of Traffic) Plans, Site restoration Plans.
• Ability to process survey data, utility maps and base mapping for civil projects. 
• Perform designs for utility infrastructure using subsurface utility engineering (“SUE”) guidelines. 
• Assist the Senior Engineer to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. 
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements. 
• Interface with vendors to prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications for client recommendations. 
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Degree required from ABET accredited institution.
• E.I.T certification (passed the FE exam).
• 3 to 5 years of experience.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Additional Preferred Requirements:
• Construction experience.
• Surveying experience.
• Structural design experience.

Additional Requirements: 

• Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification, and background screening 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. 
• Possess a valid Driver’s License
• Hybrid work schedule, 3 days in-office (Tuesday, core in-office day) 2 days work from home 

Why Choose KDM?

Established in 2012 on a promise to alter the face of engineering, KDM Engineering has built a reputation of excellence in providing outstanding technical services, maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality assurance, and offering a truly inclusive work environment. 

Our clients and partners in the public and private sectors consistently recognize KDM for our responsiveness to their needs, budgets, and schedules. Our peers distinguished KDM with Edison Electric Institute's Diverse Supplier Award, Capital One and Women Presidents’ Organization’s (WPO) 50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies, and Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For annually for seven years.

Our talented, experienced team delivers exceptional engineering designs, project management, and customer support services to each of our projects. Our enduring commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is unmatched in our industry. Because our team comes from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, we bring uniquely different and diverse perspectives to solving complex engineering problems.

Top Reasons to Work for Us:   

• Challenging and Meaningful Work
• Competitive Base Salary  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package   
• Company Paid Holidays 
• Great Work-Life Balance  
• Fun and Flexible Work Environment  
• Organization with People-First Mentality  
• Dynamic Leadership Team
• A Culture that Values Your Input  

Full List of Benefits & Perks:  

• Positive team environment
• Competitive salaries
•  Flexible schedules
• Growth opportunities
• Training and professional development
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays.
• Volunteer leave
• 401k
• Transit program
• Career coach on-staff
•  Parental and maternity leave
• Supportive management
• Culture engagement group
• Professional development assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Quarterly team-building outings
• Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour
• Meditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers’ room

Equal Employment Opportunity:   

KDM Engineering strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.  

Qualifications & Requirements:

• BS in Civil Engineering or other accredited Engineering degree
• EIT or PE license with ability for reciprocity in other states preferred
• 5+ years of experience
• Experience or knowledge of:
• Surveying
• Construction and design feasibility
• Utilities infrastructure
• Land development, transportation, and water/drainage
• Power distribution
• Experience and proficiency in AutoCad Civil3D
• Understanding of and experience in applying regulatory agency laws, ordinances and regulations for municipality, county, state, and federal agencies permitting submittals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team to efficiently complete tasks and assignments 
• Time management and organization skills to manage multiple projects and tasks with ability to meet deadlines and within budget
• Adhering to quality standards and company procedures with high focus on accuracy and quality of work

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification and background screening
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License