Full-Time

Engineering Professional

Site/Civil Engineering

Updated on 9/4/2026

Wight & Company

Wight & Company

201-500 employees

Integrated architecture, engineering, and construction services

Compensation Overview

$75k - $115k/yr

Darien, IL, USA + 1 more

More locations: Chicago, IL, USA

In Person

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited civil engineering program is required.
  • Two to seven years of full-time civil engineering experience in an engineering firm, including exposure to analysis, design, and documentation for site civil or land development projects, is required.
  • The role requires critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, technical expertise, attention to detail, adaptability, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • The candidate should have a genuine interest in integrated design and delivery and a commitment to professional growth and development.
Responsibilities
  • Utilize Autodesk Civil 3D for design and documentation.
  • Perform civil and site engineering analysis for site plans, site layout, utilities, stormwater management, green infrastructure, earthwork, grading, and erosion control under the direct supervision of a senior engineer.
  • Assist with due diligence and site analysis reports, engineer opinions of probable costs, utility computations, detention and retention computations, stormwater reports, and earthwork analysis.
  • Assist with preparation of permit applications for applicable jurisdictional agencies.
  • Attend project meetings during days or evenings.
  • Assist in preparing design documentation, including Civil 3D models and drawings, under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Research materials, products, municipal and zoning codes, systems, and sustainable design practices to inform project decisions.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including architecture, sustainability, construction, and other consultants, to support integrated project delivery.
  • Perform onsite surveys of existing site conditions and document field measurements and observations.
  • Assist in producing final permit, bid, and construction drawings.
  • Perform construction-phase activities, including submittal review and construction-site observations.
  • Participate in cross-discipline career development, industry events, and internal training sessions.
  • Adapt to various project roles, accept tasks beyond the primary scope, and adjust to changing priorities to support project success and team collaboration.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Master of Science degree from an ABET-accredited civil engineering program is a plus.
  • Internship experience in an engineering firm is a plus.
  • Professional Engineer license is a plus.
  • Fundamentals of Engineering exam completion and Engineer-in-Training certification are a plus.

Wight & Company provides integrated design and delivery services by combining architecture, engineering, and construction under one roof. Its Design Led-Design Build approach brings design, engineering, and construction teams together early to streamline projects, supported by architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, MEP, structural, civil, and environmental engineering, plus construction management and general contracting. The firm differentiates itself through long-running, family-led leadership, a strong sustainability track record with LEED-certified projects, and commitments like AIA 2030 and SE 2050 to cut energy use and embodied carbon. Its goal is to deliver efficient, sustainable projects for public and private clients—moving toward net-zero buildings and lower environmental impact.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • Wight won 2025 AIA NEI awards for Field Elementary and Stevenson High School.
  • Its 2026 website highlights DuPage County Crisis Recovery Center, Oakton Sports Complex, and IBEW CTA training.
  • The firm is hiring interns and staff in 2026, signaling active project demand and pipeline depth.

What critics are saying

  • Wight depends heavily on Chicago-area public education and civic projects, delaying cash flows when boards stall.
  • The July 27, 2026 Chief Innovation Officer promotion signals pressure to catch up on AI-enabled delivery.
  • Large AEC firms can copy integrated delivery; without unique wins, Wight becomes a mid-market commodity by 2027.

What makes Wight & Company unique

  • Wight combines architecture, engineering, and construction under one contract, led by Mark Wight.
  • Its Design Led-Design Build model compresses handoffs, pricing, and schedule risk for clients.
  • Sustainability is core: Wight cited 20 years of LEED certification on August 14, 2026.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours