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Your future position: Water/Wastewater Engineer I

Location: Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman formed a strategic partnership with Boller Construction to form Baxter & Woodman Boller Design Build that focuses on the alternative deliver method of design-build. Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Water/Wastewater Engineer I in our Design-Build Department. The Water/Wastewater Engineer I will be responsible for the design of drinking water, wastewater and other infrastructure projects for design-build in our Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL office. A successful candidate will benefit from a unique opportunity to advance their career path tailored to their interest of technical design, project management, team management, or business development.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Detailed design of new and rehabilitation improvements for water/wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, and pumping stations.
• Complete conceptual and preliminary designs in Bluebeam and coordinate with AutoCAD/Revit platforms.
• Review and plan water/wastewater infrastructure improvements and practice understanding of sustainable design elements as they relate to water and energy conservation and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Baxter & Woodman Boller Design Build and sub-contractors to assemble pricing, develop proposals, and determine solutions.
• Work with Boller Construction and other contractors directly on design-build projects.
• Make decisions independently and take responsibility for project engineering solutions.
• Communicate and coordinate efforts and ideas with Baxter & Woodman Boller Design Build, peers, and management team.
• Detailed design of new and rehabilitation improvements for wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, and pumping stations.
• Complete conceptual and preliminary designs in Bluebeam and coordinate with AutoCAD/Revit platforms.
• Participate in client and agency meetings to enhance knowledge exchange within the company and to develop relationships.
• Communicate and coordinate efforts and ideas with peers and management team.

Education/Certification Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, environmental emphasis.

Must-haves, what you will bring

• Ability to lead themselves through project design.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment for both engineering design and contractors.

Compensation The pay range for this role is $74,000-$90,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.
Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer