At Primera, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team. If you are interested, browse our open positions below or contact us at hr@primeraeng.com. Primera Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please read the full policy.
***All positions are eligible for remote working, so we encourage you to apply if you live outside our current office footprint and want to work from home.***
Project Delivery Group Manager
The Group Manager will be responsible for overall project planning, monitoring, and control for the delivery of engineering service projects to multiple utility providers. They will have a team reporting directly to them. The Group Manager will report to the Department Manager of Project Delivery. The Group Manager will also perform as a Project Manager on designated projects, as well as assist the Department Manager with assigned management tasks. Learn More
Document Control Analyst
Our Utilities division is a talented team of experts working together to provide solutions that are vital to energizing our future. We provide full-service electrical, civil, and structural engineering services to support electric and gas utilities nationwide. We’re also fortunate to support wind farms and renewables; transmissions systems; and university and industrial facilities.
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Structural Engineering Project Manager
AECOM-DBS JV is seeking a Structural Engineering Construction Manager to support the
Chicago Department of Water’s multi-billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This position will represent DWM with oversight to various service providers in completing a range of CIP projects that include planning, designing, and construction oversight.
A highly qualified candidate would be an Engineer with a Professional Structural Engineer (SE)
license who has led and supported large capital improvement programs. Experience with
managing large and complex water and other municipal infrastructure projects is preferred.
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Facilities Engineering Construction Manager
AECOM-DBS JV is seeking a Facilities Engineering Construction Manager to support the Chicago Department of Water’s multi-billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This position will represent DWM with oversight to various service providers in completing a range of CIP projects that include
planning, designing, and construction oversight.
A highly qualified candidate would be an engineer with construction management experience in
large municipal capital improvement programs with Design-Bid-Build delivery mechanism.
Experience with managing and collaborating with large joint venture projects is preferred, in
addition previous experience with water infrastructure projects is preferred.
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Construction Engineer (EIT/PE)
You'll work on construction projects for our transportation and municipal clients. Prepare technical calculations and lead in the preparation and coordination of reports, plans, specifications, supporting documents and permit applications. Connect with people, learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Transportation Civil Engineer
Distribution Electrical Engineer (EIT/PE) - Chicago
Perform detailed design of overhead and/or underground electrical distribution systems. This position entails preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and calculations for review and approval by a Senior Engineer. Learn More
Structural Designer
Perform detailed design of new utility structures, including transmission lines and substations. Create design documents, technical specifications, and prepare drawings for utility projects. Continue to learn, grow, and have some fun while doing it! Learn More
Project Management Assistant
Serve as a central hub of information. You’ll be responsible for the implantation and maintenance of contracts and provide assistance to our transportation engineering experts. You’ll work with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it. Learn More
Business Analyst
Support business consulting engagements through data collection and analysis to provide strategic and impactful advisory services to our clients. Utilize your analytical skills to address client challenges and provide innovative solutions to complex business problems. Learn More
Construction Inspector - IDOT
Capable of providing construction inspection throughout the Chicagoland area. Able to work and coordinate together with clients and contractors by understanding contract documents, enforcing traffic control measures and documenting work performed by various contractors. Learn More
Civil Engineer (EIT/PE) - Utilities
Execute civil designs for both public and private utility projects by applying standard practices and techniques. Connect with great people, learn and grow personally and professionally, and ideally have some fun doing it. Learn More
Denver Regional Manager
Take the next step in your dynamic career by leading our Rocky Mountain team forward. Charged with the overall success of the local facilities engineering team, you’ll have your hands in business development, strategic planning, project delivery and management, and talent management promoting our top-workplace culture. Learn More
Structural Bridge Engineering Director (SE)
The structural engineering director will ensure that all projects within the structural group adhere to the latest codes, industry standards, and best practices. This senior position is integral to providing early design direction, driving quality and infrastructure improvements, and leading the quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) process for all projects. You'll also oversee project submissions, provide feedback on necessary revisions, and maintain strong client communication. This position may also involve project management responsibilities, proposal development, market growth initiatives, and strategic planning. Learn More
Buildings Electrical Engineer (PE) – Chicago
Continue to grow in your electrical engineering career with challenging work in a wide range of projects in the built environment. Connect with great people, learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Bridges Structural Engineer
Performs transportation structural engineering assignments involving transportation related structural plans including bridges, retaining walls, and culverts, surveys, investigations, and equipment for private, public, and transportation projects. Work is reviewed for the application of sound professional judgment. On a task basis, is responsible for preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs. Tasks are performed under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. Learn More
Stormwater Group Manager
Lead our team of engineers for water management projects. You'll be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of water resources projects, such as stormwater management, flood control, water supply, and water quality. You'll be responsible for managing the budget, schedule, and quality of the projects, as well as ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. You'll mentor and coach the staff, foster a collaborative and positive work environment, and develop new business opportunities with existing and potential clients. Learn More
Facilities Engineering Project Manager
AECOM-DBS JV is seeking a Facilities Engineering Project Manager to support the Chicago Department of Water’s multi-billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This position will represent DWM with oversight to various service providers in completing a range of CIP projects that include planning, designing, and construction oversight. Learn More
Mechanical Engineer
Take the next step in your mechanical engineering career. You’ll design mechanical HVAC systems for new and existing buildings. You’ll enjoy flexibility to work remotely, work with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it. Learn More
Construction Engineer – Chicago Department of Water Management
You'll work on construction projects for our transportation and municipal clients. Prepare technical calculations and lead in the preparation and coordination of reports, plans, specifications, supporting documents and permit applications. Connect with people, learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Construction Inspector – Chicago Department of Water Management
Capable of providing construction inspection throughout the Chicagoland area. Able to work and coordinate together with clients and contractors by understanding contract documents, enforcing traffic control measures and documenting work performed by various contractors. Learn More
Lead Structural Engineer
Performs assignments designed to develop professional knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related structural. Learn More
Substation Engineering Manager (PE) – Utilities & Power Systems (Remote Option)
Establishes, promotes, and assures quality on all projects and work performed by department staff; assigns department personnel to project teams; signs-off on department fees for proposals and projects, monitors staffing needs to ensure projects are completed on schedule; follows up on department-related construction issues to resolve problems and concerns; and, supervises/develops engineers, senior engineers, designers, senior designers, and CAD personnel within the department. Learn More
Senior Structural Bridge Engineer (SE)
Performs transportation structural engineering assignments involving transportation related structural plans including bridges, retaining walls, and culverts, surveys, investigations, and equipment for private, public, and transportation projects. Work is reviewed for the application of sound professional judgment. On a task basis, is responsible for preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs. Tasks are performed under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. Learn More
Buildings Electrical Group Manager (PE)
You’ll lead our Electrical group, be a key influencer, and contribute to the strategic planning process within our Buildings division. Learn More
Distribution Design Manager (PE)
You're highly-motivated with at least 20 years of experience in above and below ground utility distribution. You have management and communication skills that enable you to effectively lead large or complex projects for investor-owned utilities, developers or campuses. You'll connect with people, continue to learn, grow professionally, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Civil Aviation Project Manager
Works on various project assignments in support of Primera’s aviation practice, and is responsible for the project team’s adherence to the quality control/quality assurance guidelines. This is a leadership position which includes managerial and technical direction for the overall project team or for the portion of the project they have been assigned to manage. Learn More
Civil Engineer (Entry-Level) - Utilities
Execute civil designs for both public and private utility projects by applying standard practices and techniques. Connect with great people, learn and grow personally and professionally, and ideally have some fun doing it. Learn More
Substation Physical Designer
This position requires a high level of expertise in quality assurance, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and strong organizational skills for coordinating various project owners, stakeholders, and client interactions. You'll be responsible for leading large-scale design projects, from concept through to execution, ensuring exceptional design quality, consistency, and alignment with client objectives. You'll support design strategies while maintaining attention to detail in every aspect of your work. Learn More
Utilities Project Manager
You’ll be responsible for leading and managing projects, directing and coordinating the activities of multiple disciplines on a project of moderate scope or a combination of smaller projects. You’ll also work with great people and have a good time doing it. Learn More
Senior Electrical Engineer – Substation Physical Design (Remote Option)
Perform detailed design of new substation layouts; create design documents, technical specifications, drawings, and prepare design calculations for new substation projects including electrical plans, schematics, bills of materials, and equipment specifications. Continue to learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Construction Manager (PE)
Responsible for the managerial direction and growth of the construction group. The successful candidate will have construction management experience with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Illinois Tollway. Construction management experience with the City of Chicago, counties and local agencies in the greater Chicago area is a plus. This position offers exciting challenges and opportunities for managing all activities related to project scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, and resources; mentoring young staff engineers, assisting in transportation market business development and participating in professional organizations and technical committees. Learn More
Structural Engineer (Entry-Level) – Utilities
As a part of our growing Utilities division, you'll have the opportunity to leverage what you learned in school as you build your career as a structural engineer. You'll develop your professional knowledge and abilities and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Stormwater Engineer
Independently performs stormwater and floodplain management assignments for Primera’s Transportation, Buildings and Utilities divisions. On a task basis, is responsible for preparation and completion of stormwater engineering designs that are responsive to project needs. Experience in completing hydrologic and hydraulic calculations for small and large watersheds, Phase I & II storm water design, storm sewer and detention modeling, floodplain delineations, grading, and erosion and sediment control plans.
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CAD Drafter
Flex your drafting muscle as part of our Utilities team. Prepare drawings from engineering and/or field markups for designers and engineers and coordinate CAD for projects. Prepare drawings for permit, adhere to company and clients standards, connect with people, learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Structural Engineering Intern – Utilities (Mid-Atlantic)
Apply what you’re learning in a real-world, engaging, fast-paced office environment. You'll prepare plans and supporting documents, and help maintain project documentation. You'll gain well-rounded experience, connect with people, grow professionally, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Construction Engineer (Entry-Level)
You'll work on construction projects for our transportation and municipal clients. Prepare technical calculations and lead in the preparation and coordination of reports, plans, specifications, supporting documents and permit applications. Connect with people, learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Architect
Take the next step in your architecture career. You’ll both work on and manage design concepts and projects for new and existing buildings in a variety of markets. You’ll enjoy working with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it. Learn More
Buildings Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE)
You'll be a key member of our Chicago Public Schools team. As a subject matter expert, you'll utilize your experience and knowledge of engineering principles and practices on various project assignments. You'll solve problems and have a hand in the standards that shape the facilities Chicago students learn in. You'll enjoy flexibility, work with great people, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Substation Electrical Engineer
Perform detailed design of new substation layouts; create design documents, technical specifications, drawings, and prepare design calculations for new substation projects including electrical plans, schematics, bills of materials, and equipment specifications. Continue to learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Senior Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer – Substation Design (Remote Option)
You’ll work on the design and implementation of electrical protection systems within substation projects. Working closely with project teams, you’ll be responsible for creating comprehensive design documents and detailed drawings that are crucial for the successful completion of substation projects. With a deep understanding of protection relaying schemes, such as bus protection, transmission line protection, and transformer protection, you’ll apply your expertise to design and engineer solutions that ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of power systems. Learn More
Buildings Electrical Engineer (EIT) – Colorado
Continue to grow in your electrical engineering career with challenging work in a wide range of projects in the built environment. Connect with great people, learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Buildings Electrical Designer – Colorado
You'll focus on the technical aspects of electrical design while providing support for the lead or project electrical engineer/architects on projects. You possess strong CAD skills and have the ability to communicate and interact with others. Learn More
Senior Distribution Electrical Engineer (PE)
Execute complex designs for overhead and underground power installations; work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of overhead/underground distribution engineering and constructability related issues; and lead projects. Connect with people, continue to learn and grow, and have some fun doing it. Learn More
Senior Substation Project Manager (PMP) – Utilities (Remote Option)
Lead and manage signature projects for our Utilities division. Conduct project initiation, develop and manage project plans, monitor progress, and serve as Chief Problem Solver. Connect with clients, assist with BD and marketing efforts, continue to learn and grow, and have some fun doing it.
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