Transportation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Design and manage large-scale roadway projects. Review and approve designs for regulatory compliance. Coordinate technical content and ensure quality delivery. Meet with clients to understand and plan for project needs. Oversee project consistency, efficiency, and quality control. Prepare design calculations, cost estimates, and contract documents. Conduct field assessments and document existing conditions. Support proposal development and attend industry events. Mentor and supervise junior engineers, providing technical guidance and career development.

Skills

Professional engineer, Microstation, roadway design, Civil engineering, Civil 3d, Highway, Transportation, Traffic engineering, Transportation engineering, Highway design, dot, design, civil design, interstate design, drainage design

Top Skills Details

Professional engineer,Microstation,roadway design

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Illinois DOT projects. Expert knowledge of IDOT Design Manuals, Standards, Specifications, and Guidelines. Experience with OpenRoads Designer (ORD). Excellent technical writing with the ability to develop work plans and document technical discussions required. Successful multidisciplinary team/task management or design lead experience. Proficient in 3D and 4D Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software and techniques Strong understanding of engineering design principles Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word Excellent written and verbal communication skills In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations Familiar with industry design standards such as AASHTO and NACTO

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $94000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Internal benefits Highlights-above average health benefits, company share, and long term path for ownership

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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