Careers
Novotny Engineering is a well-established company with a large portfolio of municipal construction and infrastructure projects in the suburbs of Chicago. We recognize that our success is based on our ability to recruit and retain talented individuals and we are always looking for motivated professionals to add to our team. We offer career opportunities with excellent training, professional development, compensation and benefits, including a bonus program, profit-sharing, 401(k) with company match, and paid life, dental and health insurance.
Current positions available:
Construction Technician/Engineer
Novotny Engineering is actively seeking a highly motivated Construction Technician/Engineer to join our Construction Engineering team full-time. We are seeking someone who will primarily perform tasks related to Construction Engineering. The role will mainly focus on municipal infrastructure projects, offering opportunities to delve into construction layout, resident engineering, and liaising with municipal representatives and other governmental agencies. Additionally, if the candidate desires, involvement in pre-project planning and the preparation of construction plans and specifications can be incorporated into the position.
The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in Municipal Civil Engineering as well as the following Qualifications:
- A High School Diploma
- An Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited institution (preferred)
- An IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification (preferred)
- Demonstrated experience in Transportation & Infrastructure projects
- Strong Communication Skills
- Team-oriented mindset
- Ability to multi-task or manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Knowledge and working experience with AutoCAD & Microsoft Office
- A Valid Driver’s License
- Confidence and capability to implement field changes as necessary.
Novotny Engineering offers a professional yet friendly and cohesive work environment as well as a competitive Compensation Package that includes:
- Competitive base salary with bonus potential
- Overtime pay
- Mileage expense reimbursement
- Generous Paid time off
- Comprehensive health and dental plans covered by the Company
- Employer match for 401k contributions
- Profit-sharing retirement plan.
Since its founding in 1948, Novotny Engineering has established itself as a professional, dedicated, and honest civil engineering firm. The Company serves numerous communities in the near west suburbs of Chicago by offering a full range of engineering and consulting services. With a core focus on municipal consulting, our dedicated staff brings hundreds of years of combined experience to designing and constructing municipal infrastructure. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve through the delivery of safer water, improved roads, and quality infrastructure improvements.
Civil Design Engineer
Novotny Engineering is actively seeking a highly motivated Civil Design Engineer to join our Design Engineering team full-time. We are seeking an Engineer capable of overseeing a project from the preliminary engineering phase through the public bidding process, while also communicating effectively with the Construction Engineering team should problems arise in the field. The position will principally be working on municipal infrastructure projects. This position will work directly with the Company’s Municipal Engineers and Municipal Staff. The candidate should be able to manage Staff Engineers and CAD Technicians during the design phase of a project. The position has the potential to transition into a Municipal Engineer role quickly.
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Municipal Civil Engineering as well as the following Qualifications:
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
- A Professional Engineer License (preferred)
- Experience with IDOT, MWRDGC, and County Submittal Processes (preferred)
- Transportation & Infrastructure Experience
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Team-oriented mindset
- Ability to multi-task or manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Knowledge and working experience with AutoCAD & Microsoft Office.
Novotny Engineering offers a professional yet friendly and cohesive work environment as well as a competitive Compensation Package that includes:
- Competitive base salary with bonus potential
- Overtime pay
- Mileage expense reimbursement
- Generous Paid time off
- Comprehensive health and dental plans covered by the Company
- Employer match for 401k contributions
- Profit-sharing retirement plan.
Since its founding in 1948, Novotny Engineering has established itself as a professional, dedicated, and honest civil engineering firm. The Company serves numerous communities in the near west suburbs of Chicago by offering a full range of engineering and consulting services. With a core focus on municipal consulting, our dedicated staff brings hundreds of years of combined experience to designing and constructing municipal infrastructure. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve through the delivery of safer water, improved roads, and quality infrastructure improvements.
Senior Project Engineer
Novotny Engineering is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Engineer to join our Construction Engineering team full-time. We’re looking for an experienced engineer who can efficiently manage projects from design through construction. This role will primarily focus on municipal infrastructure projects, requiring proficiency in pre-project planning, preparing construction plans and specifications, construction layout, resident engineering, and communicating with municipal representatives and other governmental agencies. The ideal candidate should excel in all these areas. The position will likely quickly transition into a Village Engineer role.
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Municipal Civil Engineering as well as the following Qualifications:
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
- A Professional Engineer License (preferred)
- An IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification (preferred)
- Experience with IDOT, MWRDGC, and County Submittal Processes (preferred)
- Transportation & Infrastructure Experience
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Team-oriented mindset
- Ability to multi-task or manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Knowledge and working experience with AutoCAD & Microsoft Office.
Novotny Engineering offers a professional yet friendly and cohesive work environment as well as a competitive Compensation Package that includes:
- Competitive base salary with bonus potential
- Overtime pay
- Mileage expense reimbursement
- Generous Paid time off
- Comprehensive health and dental plans covered by the Company
- Employer match for 401k contributions
- Profit-sharing retirement plan.
Since its founding in 1948, Novotny Engineering has established itself as a professional, dedicated, and honest civil engineering firm. The Company serves numerous communities in the near west suburbs of Chicago by offering a full range of engineering and consulting services. With a core focus on municipal consulting, our dedicated staff brings hundreds of years of combined experience to designing and constructing municipal infrastructure. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve through the delivery of safer water, improved roads, and quality infrastructure improvements.
To apply, please submit a cover letter stating your career objective, along with a resume, to:
Careers at Novotny Engineering
545 Plainfield Road, Suite A
Willowbrook, IL 60527
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