Careers at ERA

Currently available positions:
ERA offers a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and generous benefits. We are committed to long term employment relationships and controlled growth. We encourage qualified individuals to inquire about positions of interest.

​We are hiring for the below positions and are always looking for talented professionals that might fit in well at our company. Feel free to submit your resume for consideration at the link below. We will keep your resume on file and contact you if the right position opens up for you in the future.  

Civil Engineering Intern
*Positions filled for Summer 2023.*
​Accepting applications for Summer 2024.

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Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineering Intern to work in our Warrenville office. This position would primarily be working on transportation, structural, stormwater and infrastructure projects. The primary role of this position is to assist with preparation of civil engineering design drawings, specifications, estimates, and supplemental reports. The ideal candidate will currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering and working towards their professional engineering license in addition to the qualifications listed below.
 
Other qualifications we are looking for:

  • 0-4 years of experience (site development specific experience preferred)
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
  • General Understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D Software (continued training would be provided in this software to grow in skills)
  • Candidate must be organized, self-motivated, dependable, personable, and able to multi-task and work effectively as a team player
  • Salary will commensurate with experience
 
Engineering Resource Associates (ERA) offers a professional work environment with competitive benefits and compensation package as well as exceptional learning opportunities.

Senior Project Engineer

Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. is currently looking to fill the role of a Senior Project Engineer position in our Warrenville office. The primary role of this position is to lead designs of phase II roadway, infrastructure, utilities, and stormwater improvement assignments for municipalities, counties, and other governmental agencies across northern Illinois. This person will also be responsible for overseeing and directing the work of design engineers at the firm. This position involves client contact and some assistance with proposal development when needed. Some of the expected qualifications and benefits for the position are included below.  
Qualifications/experience should include:
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Licensed professional engineer in Illinois
  • Previous municipal engineering experience on transportation and infrastructure related projects including but not limited to roadways, , parking facilities, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water mains, etc.
  • Previous experience coordinating with clients, scheduling tasks and interaction with reviewing agencies and other stakeholders necessary
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to multi-task and take on multiple projects at a time
  • Proficiency in technical and business writing
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation

Entry Level Project Engineer

Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineer/EIT for site and civil land development in our Warrenville office. This position would primarily be working on site development projects, but would also assist on other stormwater, infrastructure, and transportation projects as needed. The primary role of this position is to be responsible for preparation of civil engineering design drawings and supplemental reports relating to land development and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited college or university with a BS in Civil Engineering in addition to qualifications listed below.
 
  • 1-5 years of experience (site development specific experience preferred)
  • Municipal engineering experience for transportation and infrastructure projects
  • Experience in land development and stormwater analysis and design
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and technical writing
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Institutional and recreational development experience for state and local agencies
  • Project coordinator for client contact, scheduling tasks and interaction with reviewing agencies and other stakeholders. Ability to multi-task and take on multiple projects at a time
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation
  • Proficiency in technical and business writing
  • Candidate must be organized, self-motivated, dependable, personable, and able to multi-task and work effectively as a team player
  • Salary will commensurate with experience 

Structural Engineer

Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. (ERA) is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to fill a Structural Engineer position in our Warrenville, Illinois office. This is an exciting opportunity to come work for a growing company and become involved in a wide variety of projects involving Structural, Geotechnical, Civil, and Forensic Engineering, including bridges, dams, drainage structures, buildings, water & wastewater plant structures, sewer systems, and retaining walls. The primary role of this position is to lead other structural team members in the design of structural project elements and coordinate this work with other design professionals on a wide range of transportation, infrastructure, and site development projects. Opportunities for advancement within the company will be available to successful applicants. Qualifications for the position include:
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois
  • Licensed as a Structural Engineer in the State of Illinois, or ability to acquire the same shortly after starting the position.
  • Experience in the design and construction of bridges, buildings, and other structures.
  • Experience on IDOT funded projects, IDOT specifications, and structural design standards.
  • Experience with Microstation and AutoCad software is a plus.
  • Comfortable with client contact and coordination with review agencies and other project stakeholders.
Benefits at ERA:
  • Salary will commensurate with experience
  • Full benefits package (401K, Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), etc.)
  • Flexible work schedule

Professional Land Surveyor

Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. (ERA) is currently seeking an Illinois licensed Professional Land Surveyor to join our growing surveying team in our Warrenville, IL office.
 
Our surveying services include topographic surveys, ALTA Surveys, boundary surveys, condominium surveys, plats of subdivision, easement plats, construction layout, as-constructed measurement, elevation certificates, and expert witness services. ERA utilizes current state of the art survey equipment including robotic total stations, Trimble GPS units, and UAV/Drone technologies.
 
Job Responsibilities:
  • Manages assigned survey projects and field crews
  • Responsible for all aspects of surveying practice, including client development and preparation of proposals
  • Communicates with clients and project managers to determine work scope of survey projects
  • Performs CAD based calculations and analysis in the preparation of Construction, ALTA, Boundary, Topographic Surveys and Plats of Subdivision
  • Perform project research of recorded survey documents, maps, plats and deeds
  • QA/QC and supervising the preparation of survey drawings and documents
  • Oversees multiple survey crews and office staff
  • Trains interns and entry level staff
 
Qualifications:
  • Licensed Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Illinois.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Ability to competently read civil drawings, including complex details, and successfully interpret for construction layout
  • Candidate must be reliable, dependable, responsible, and detail oriented
  • Must communicate well with clients, accommodate client work requests and create work orders
  • Must be able to work independently with little instruction
  • Valid driving license and driving record acceptable to our company insurance provider
  • Independent worker and ability to work within a diversified project team of professionals
  • Proficiency in operating Trimble GPS/VRS and Robotic Total Stations is preferred
  • Must be U.S. Citizen or permanent resident (without sponsorship)

GIS Analyst (Entry Level)

Engineering Resource Associates, Inc. (ERA) is currently seeking a qualified and motivated individual to fill a GIS Analyst position to join our GIS Department at our office in Warrenville, IL. This position would primarily serve as support for our site development, transportation, structural, environmental, and stormwater projects under the guidance of a senior GIS manager. The primary role would be to prepare data for use in various projects and help expand ERA’s GIS capabilities. An ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited university and have exceptional problem-solving and interpersonal skills to help navigate coordination with various departments in addition to other qualifications listed below.
 
Job Responsibilities:
  • Create and manage GIS data for project support
  • Create LiDAR DTM derivatives for use in CAD
  • Collect and help manage data collected from the field survey
  • Create standardized professional exhibits and supplements for reports
  • Help develop new tools to help the company continue to expand its geospatial capabilities
 
Qualifications:
  • Degree in Geographic Information Sciences, Geography or another equivalent is preferred
  • 0-3 years of experience is desired, though salary will commensurate with experience
  • Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, and ArcCatalog
  • Knowledge of ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, and Story Maps is desirable
  • Knowledge of QGIS is desirable, but not necessary
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD is desirable, but not necessary
  • Exceptional organizational capabilities and the ability to follow standards in addition to helping to recommend new ones as technology continues to evolve
  • Knowledge of working with LiDAR and Photogrammetry are desirable
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills along with a willingness to ask questions and troubleshoot in a collaborative environment
  • Artistic creativity with map making is strongly desirable
  • Proficiency in technical and business writing
  • Candidate must be organized, self-motivated, dependable, personable, and able to multi-task and work effectively as a team player
  • A strong desire to continue to grow and learn