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Sr. Civil Engineer

at Farnsworth Group in Effingham, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Sr. Civil Engineer in one of the posting locations below. In this role, you will be responsible for providing our private owners and municipal clients with cost effective, user friendly, and attractive developments as well as developing new client relationships.

Posting Locations: Champaign or Effingham, IL

What You'll Do:
Plan, design, and manage a variety of owner-driven civil engineering projects
Organize and complete projects from inception to completion
Support internal and external clients on Land Development related projects
Collaborate with other Farnsworth Group disciplines and client consultants
Balance internal and external project schedules and staffing
Prepare project proposals
Assist with business development efforts
Assist the professional growth and development of Junior staff

What You'll Need:
BS in Civil Engineering
15+ years of civil engineering experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License required, Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) a plus
Strong team player that can manage and contribute to several projects simultaneously
Strong background in site design for both greenfield and redevelopment projects
Strong background and working knowledge of IDOT Standard Specifications and requirements
Extensive experience with municipal/development related transportation projects

Nice To Haves:
Sanitary sewer, water line and storm water management design experience a plus
Ability to effectively manage clients and participate in business development activities
AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience
Contract and negotiating skills

Who We Are
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you'll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work certification-thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Featured benefits and perks include:
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short & Long-Term Disability
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Pet Insurance Plan
Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company's culture and success.

Salary Range: $105,000 - $150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together.

 

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Job Posting: 13526358

Posted On: Jun 11, 2026

Updated On: Jun 11, 2026

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