CHICAGO | Transportation Design Engineer
Are you a transportation engineer looking to work on meaningful roadway and traffic projects while accelerating your career?
Our client, a nationally recognized engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to join its growing Chicago team. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced transportation leaders on roadway, traffic signal, ITS, and infrastructure improvement projects for state and local agencies throughout Illinois.
Whether you're pursuing your PE or already licensed, you'll gain exposure to high-impact projects, mentorship from senior engineers, and a clear path for long-term career growth.
What You'll Do
- Perform engineering and design assignments for transportation and traffic projects.
- Prepare detailed drawings and coordinate with engineers and technical staff; review completed work for accuracy.
- Prepare specifications, proposals, cost estimates, and project schedules.
- Support senior staff and collaborate within a team environment.
- Assist in the preparation of plans and specifications for transportation projects.
- Perform traffic engineering and design tasks across a range of projects.
- Oversee entry-level engineers' design work.
- Follow established quality control procedures.
- Coordinate with clients, agencies, and external partners.
- Perform work in accordance with safety standards and project requirements.
- Participate in professional organizations and activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- 3-6 years of transportation, roadway, or traffic engineering experience
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Experience with OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D
- Familiarity with Iillinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Local Agency transportation projects
- Understanding of roadway geometry, traffic engineering, and transportation design principles
- Knowledge of MUTCD, ADA, and PROWAG standards
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Highly Desired Experience
- Phase II transportation design
- Traffic signal design
- ITS design and deployment
- Lighting design
- IDOT District 1 project experience
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Strong backlog of transportation projects throughout Illinois
- Exposure to roadway, traffic, signal, and ITS projects
- Direct collaboration with experienced transportation leaders
- Clear path toward PE development and career advancement
- Stable, multidisciplinary organization with long-term growth opportunities
- Collaborative culture that values mentorship and professional development
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with Traditional and Roth Options
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Wellness Program and Employee Reimbursements
- Professional Development Support
Apply Today
If you're looking to join a team where your work directly impacts the transportation systems that communities rely on every day, we'd love to connect. Apply today to learn more about this opportunity and the projects you'll help deliver.
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