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HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Engineer

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

About Us HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Engineer

Chicago, IL

About Us HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Engineer

Oak Brook, IL

About Us HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental ...

Ashby

Design Engineer - Americas

Chicago, IL · Remote

$126K - $250K/yr

Design Engineer at Ashby isn't just a Frontend Engineer with new branding, nor is it a Designer ... Great developer tooling. Our CI/CD takes ~10m, and we deploy at least 15x a day. A debugger that ...

County Materials Corporation

Design Engineer

Westmont, IL · On-site

$82K - $124K/yr

The Design Engineer (Precast Concrete) supports projects from initial design through fabrication and erection. This position focuses on structural calculations, shop drawings, and code-compliant ...

Whiting Corporation

Design Engineer

Crete, IL

$90K - $100K/yr

Design Engineer ID: 71420316 Department: Rail Maintenance Equipment Location: Crete, IL Description Design Engineer Performs duties related to the creation of CAD solid models, layout and detail ...

Securitas Technology Corporation

Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$67K - $83K/hr

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Closely work with together with the BIM Manager and system's design engineers to provide 3D design aid throughout the project's life cycle. Reports to Enterprise Systems ...

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New Leaf Energy, Inc.

Design Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

New Leaf Energy is seeking a Design Engineer I to join our growing team Design Engineering team. This position may be filled out of our Lowell or Boston, MA offices. We value in-person collaboration ...

Peralte-Clark,LLC

Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $50/hr

Peralte-Clark is hiring a Design Engineer - Level 1 . Join a team that combines entrepreneurial thinking with a shared vision for success. If you're passionate about making a difference and driving ...

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Quanta Services

Design Engineer

Oak Brook, IL

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural ...

Engtal

Mechanical Design Engineer

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$75K - $101K/yr

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Bolingbrook, IL Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site Industry: Mechanical Construction / HVAC About the Opportunity A growing mechanical contractor in the Chicagoland ...

Enpro

Design Engineer

Harwood Heights, IL · On-site

$87K - $131K/yr

Job Summary The Design Engineer designs, integrates, supports, and improves new product development. Works with customers, sales, design, manufacturing, and quality to create designs that ensure ...

Enpro Industries

Design Engineer

Harwood Heights, IL · On-site

$87K - $131K/yr

Job Summary The Design Engineer designs, integrates, supports, and improves new product development. Works with customers, sales, design, manufacturing, and quality to create designs that ensure ...

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How much do design developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for design developer in Blue Island, IL is $125,093.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $151,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Developer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectDesign DeveloperGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically holds a degree in design, computer science, or related fields; may have coding certificationsUsually has a degree or diploma in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentWorks on digital interfaces, websites, and applications, often collaborating with developersFocuses on visual content creation for print and digital media
Industry UsageCommon in tech, web development, and digital product companiesPrevalent in advertising, publishing, and branding agencies

Design Developers combine design skills with coding knowledge to create functional digital products, while Graphic Designers focus on visual aesthetics and branding. Both roles require creativity, but Design Developers are more involved in the technical implementation of designs for digital platforms.

What does a design developer do?

A design developer combines design skills with development expertise to create functional and visually appealing digital products, such as websites and applications. They often work with design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and coding languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to implement and refine designs. Strong collaboration with designers and developers is essential to ensure the final product aligns with project goals.

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Infographic showing various Design Developer job openings in Blue Island, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,093 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

Design Engineer

Oak Brook, IL • On-site

HBK Engineering, LLC
Civil Engineering Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees
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About Us
HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta's focus on the utility industry and HBK's focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.
About this Role
HBK Engineering is looking for a Design Engineer which offers the opportunity to be part of a project team consisting of professional engineers, project engineers and designers who are involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing utility systems. The candidate would also support our municipal related designs as well as our growing portfolio of land development projects, including electric vehicle charging stations, commercial and utility-scale solar, electric substation, battery energy storage sites and utility-related civil site work. A civil engineering project manager is responsible for managing staff, providing leadership, and assessing project deadlines and financial expenditures for large-scale engineering projects. A critical focus of this role will involve utility and roadway conflict analysis, right-of-way (ROW) engineering, and coordinating infrastructure design packages with municipal and state DOT frameworks. This position can be seated in one of the following office locations: Chicago, Oak Brook, or Geneva, IL
What You'll Do
  • Design engineering systems in compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements for Civil Municipal engineering projects.
  • Use engineering judgment and problem-solving skills to independently address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges with minimal oversight.
  • Perform peer reviews of engineering Civil designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff.
  • Own all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and project closeout.
  • Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using a variety of software tools including AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms.
  • Assess utility impacts on roadway profiles, perform utility conflict tracking, and design overhead/underground distribution reroutes around complex municipal roadway corridors.
  • Coordinate directly with public works departments, utility companies, and state/local permitting agencies to secure required Right-of-Way (ROW), maintenance of traffic (MOT), and utility occupancy permits.
  • Analyze information from supplementary data sources including topographical survey, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, manufacturer equipment datasheets, etc.
  • Prepare reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information clearly and concisely.
  • Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk.
  • Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources.
  • Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.
  • Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.
  • 20% to 25% local travel is required.

What You'll Bring
  • Experience with site civil grading and stormwater design.
  • Experience with roadway and infrastructure design.
  • Proven familiarity with municipal utility coordination standards, roadway construction specification manuals (e.g., IDOT standard specifications), and public right-of-way permitting interfaces.
  • Possess a desire to work on Civil Municipal engineering projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including its use to generate layout drawings or other project materials.
  • Water CAD or similar knowledge preferred.
  • Review of Civil drawings or engineering materials developed by others.
  • Training and mentoring of entry-level staff.
  • Ability to come up to speed quickly on in-process projects and hit the ground running.
  • Experience collaborating with a team in order to complete a larger project.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Wastewater and water design experience preferred.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
  • EIT Certification or PE License (Highly Preferred) .
  • Must have minimum 2.5+ years of experience in civil site, roadway, or utility engineering.

What You'll Get
  • Senior leadership opportunities combining technical expertise with project management
  • Direct client interface responsibilities including budget and schedule discussions
  • Professional growth within the HBK Organization's senior Design Track
  • Opportunity to lead coordination of complex utility engineering projects with full lifecycle ownership
  • Project financial management and proposal development experience
  • Team leadership and mentoring responsibilities
  • Collaborative work environment with project management and engineering leadership
  • Travel opportunities for field work and client engagement
  • Career advancement opportunities in senior design and project management roles.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability and employer paid life insurance. In addition, all full-time roles are also eligible for 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off and holidays. Tuition reimbursement and other role specific company paid professional development opportunities are also available.

Compensation Range
The anticipated compensation for this position is - depending on experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.

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