SPRINGFIELD | Transportation Engineer
Transportation Engineer - Illinois-Based Opportunity
A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced and motivated Transportation Engineer to assist senior staff and contribute to transportation infrastructure projects across Illinois. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to work on high-impact transportation design projects for state and local agencies.
The firm:
- Multidisciplinary consulting firm local to Illinois
- Regional outreach with offices across multiple states
- People-focused culture & collaborative environment
- Flexible hybrid scheduling for a healthy work-life balance
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and contribute to the design and planning of diverse infrastructure projects, with a focus on transportation and bridge work.
- Take initiative and demonstrate reliability in executing tasks with a positive, solution-oriented mindset.
- Prioritize client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work on schedule and with close attention to detail.
- Draft and evaluate project scopes, timelines, budgets, fee estimates, and responses to RFQs.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and service.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, supporting their technical and professional development.
- Represent the firm in public forums, including meetings and outreach efforts, and assist in preparing related materials.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- At least 4 years of professional experience in transportation infrastructure projects
- Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois, or eligible for licensure through reciprocity
- Strong grasp of engineering standards, specifications, design methodologies, and commonly used software tools
Minimum Requirements:
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) with at least 4 years of experience
- Project experience with IDOT/Illinois Tollway
- Software experience using MicroStation, OpenRoads, and/or Geopak
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