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Storm Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC seeks a Civil Engineer ... Develop civil construction specifications for earthwork, utilities (water, sewer, storm drainage ...

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Drainage Engineer

Warrenville, IL · Hybrid

$78K - $90K/yr

Hydraulic Engineer We are seeking a skilled Hydraulic Engineer to perform hydrologic and hydraulic ... storm sewer design. This role involves preparing drainage reports, technical memos, and ...

Perform civil engineering reviews, including storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, road design, and earthwork * Support preparation and review of site layout, grading, and preliminary ...

Senior Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$118K - $180K/yr

Perform civil engineering reviews, including storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, road design, and earthwork * Support preparation and review of site layout, grading, and preliminary ...

Working in multi-disciplinary project teams, you will perform tasks such as the following: * Assist with civil engineering reviews, including storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, road design ...

Mid-Level Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$84K - $129K/yr

Working in multi-disciplinary project teams, you will perform tasks such as the following: * Assist with civil engineering reviews, including storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, road design ...

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How much do storm engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for storm engineer in Chicago, IL is $55.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.57 and $64.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Storm Engineer vs Data Engineer?

AspectStorm EngineerData Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related, experience with Storm or real-time processingBachelor's in Computer Science, experience with data pipelines and ETL tools
Work EnvironmentReal-time data processing, streaming systemsData pipeline development, large-scale data storage
Employer & IndustryTech companies, finance, telecommunicationsTech firms, data-driven organizations, analytics companies
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Storm Engineers focus on designing and maintaining real-time data processing systems using tools like Apache Storm, while Data Engineers build and manage large-scale data pipelines and storage solutions. Both roles require strong programming skills and knowledge of data systems, but Storm Engineers specialize in streaming data, whereas Data Engineers handle broader data infrastructure tasks.

What cities near Chicago, IL are hiring for Storm Engineer jobs?

Cities near Chicago, IL with the most Storm Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Storm Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,915 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

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Job description

Location: Houston, TX • Chicago, IL • Brooklyn, NY

Company: Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC

Guardian Engineering Enterprises, LLC seeks a Civil Engineer to join either our Houston, TX, Chicago, IL, or Brooklyn, NY office.

The civil engineer will perform civil engineering assignments to design equipment, components, structures, or systems — with a growing focus on AI infrastructure, data center solutions, site development, and mission‑critical facilities.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Prepare project specifications detailing client performance requirements, component needs, design codes, and vendor drawing requirements for site development and civil infrastructure systems.

  • Assist in designing site development plans for data centers and industrial facilities, emphasizing site layout optimization, utility coordination, and infrastructure reliability.

  • Support civil infrastructure design including grading plans, drainage systems, and utility networks for high‑performance facilities.

  • Prepare engineering sketches, grading computations, drainage analyses, and design models for projects including site utility planning for data centers and AI campuses.

  • Contribute to stormwater management and erosion control design to ensure environmental compliance and site sustainability.

  • Develop civil construction specifications for earthwork, utilities (water, sewer, storm drainage), roadways, and site improvements.

  • Review vendor drawings for compliance and communicate with clients, subcontractors, utilities, and agencies regarding civil requirements.

  • Support sustainable site design practices to optimize efficiency and utility capacity planning.

  • Work within schedule and budget constraints while adhering to quality and review standards.

  • Coordinate civil design with surveys, geotechnical reports, and environmental studies for complete site analysis.

  • Comply with all Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards and participate in hazard identification programs.

  • Support client relationships through professional communication and contribute to estimating and knowledge sharing within the team.

Experience & Skill Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required (Civil preferred); ABET‑accredited degree preferred.

  • EIT certification preferred; PE license a plus but not required. (2–5 years of civil engineering experience; field experience a plus.)

  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and drainage/grading software for site design.

  • Exposure to data center site development and civil infrastructure systems including site layout and utility coordination.

  • Knowledge of site development requirements for technology and industrial infrastructure, including grading and utility capacity planning.

  • Familiarity with roadway, parking, drainage, and utility design for commercial/industrial applications.

  • Understanding of site grading, stormwater management, and environmental compliance principles.

  • Interest in sustainable site design, erosion control, and infrastructure reliability, with awareness of design codes and regulations.

  • Understanding of utility design, drainage calculations, and civil construction methods.

  • Strong problem‑solving, teamwork, communication, and time management skills.

  • Experience coordinating site design and regulatory interaction for civil solutions in industrial projects.

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