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Water Resources Engineer

CBBEL Career


Job Location:

Rosemont, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (19 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. (CBBEL) is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our team in Rosemont this role youll work alongside experienced Water Resources Project Engineers Lead Engineers and Project Managers to support a wide range of stormwater drainage floodplain and water resources projects throughout Chicagoland.

Our Water Resources team helps communities and clients tackle complex challenges related to stormwater management flood mitigation drainage improvements and regulatory compliance. This position offers the opportunity to build technical expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling GIS analysis engineering design and project delivery while working with a collaborative team that is committed to your professional growth.

At CBBEL our values guide everything we do:
Integrity We follow through on our promises.
Excellence Were always learning growing and raising the bar.
Fellowship We support each other like a true team.
Resilience We stay steady even when challenges arise.
Collaboration We bring our best when we work together.

Sound like your kind of environment Lets dive into the details.

What Youll Do

  • Apply civil engineering principles to the analysis and design of drainage and stormwater systems.
  • Assist with water resources projects including GIS database development drainage calculations and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
  • Learn and utilize modeling software to perform analyses progressing from simple evaluations to increasingly complex studies as experience grows.
  • Prepare technical summaries and contribute to technical memorandums permit applications and project reports.
  • Develop knowledge of stormwater and floodplain regulations and requirements for local county state and federal agencies.
  • Review drainage calculations and stormwater submittals on behalf of municipal and county clients.
  • Communicate project status schedules and priorities with supervisors and project team members on a regular basis.
  • Participate in client meetings and project discussions as opportunities arise.

What You Bring

  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • 0-4 years of relevant experience through internships co-ops part-time or full-time employment.
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Dependable work habits and a willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Engineer Intern (EI) certification or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
  • Experience with hydraulic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS SWMM HY-8 Hydraflow or similar applications.
  • Experience with GIS software and spatial data analysis.
  • Interest in stormwater management floodplain analysis drainage design and water resources planning.

Not Sure Youre a Perfect Match

  • Thats okay. If youre excited about solving complex water resources challenges and want to grow your technical skills alongside experienced engineers and project managers we encourage you to apply.
  • Bring your curiosity initiative and eagerness to learn. Well provide mentorship training and opportunities to help you build a successful engineering career.

Why Join CBBEL

CBBEL is a full-service civil engineering firm with more than 250 professionals committed to delivering accurate timely and cost-effective solutions to a wide range of engineering and environmental challenges. One out of every three team members has been with us for more than 20 years demonstrating how our values create a place where people want to grow.

Our team serves as Municipal Engineer for 26 communities and supports hundreds of public and private sector clients with planning design and construction services. We boast a highly talented experienced and educated team and are proud of our successful long-term relationships with a wide variety of clients throughout Chicagoland. When you join us youll find:

  • Clear growth opportunities within Water Resources and other engineering disciplines.
  • Exposure to a variety of public and private sector projects that support communities throughout the region.
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical dental vision life and disability insurance generous PTO 401(k) matching and discretionary bonuses
  • A team that values your input supports your goals and celebrates shared success
Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. (CBBEL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of CBBEL to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin marital status changes in marital status pregnancy childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth parenthood creed veterans status veterans disability and physical or mental disability citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. CBBEL intends that all matters related to recruiting hiring training compensation benefits promotions transfers terminations layoffs and recalls as well as all CBBEL sponsored social and recreational programs and all treatment on the job be free of unlawful discriminatory practices. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process please email

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