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Transportation Design Engineer

Transportation Design Engineer

ActalentChicago, IL, United States
8 days ago
Salary
$78,347.00–$101,504.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title : Transportation Design Engineer

Job Description

Design transportation improvement projects with guidance from a Sr. Engineer or Project Manager. Follow local, state, and federal guidelines for transportation, traffic, and drainage designs. Use guidelines from IDOT, ITE, NACTO, and MUTCD. Develop project specifications and quantity estimates. Develop horizontal / vertical and cross-sectional geometry for roadways and drainage projects. Apply the Highway Capacity Manual for traffic designs. Prepare plans and bid documents using tools like MicroStation, Open Roads Designer, Geopak, ArcGIS, HCS, Synchro, and Excel. Coordinate with utilities to document locations and analyze conflicts.

Responsibilities

  • Design transportation improvement projects with guidance from a Sr. Engineer or Project Manager.
  • Follow local, state, and federal guidelines for transportation, traffic, and drainage designs.
  • Use guidelines from IDOT, ITE, NACTO, and MUTCD.
  • Develop project specifications and quantity estimates.
  • Develop horizontal / vertical and cross-sectional geometry for roadways and drainage projects.
  • Apply the Highway Capacity Manual for traffic designs.
  • Prepare plans and bid documents using tools like MicroStation, Open Roads Designer, Geopak, ArcGIS, HCS, Synchro, and Excel.
  • Coordinate with utilities to document locations and analyze conflicts.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation is required.
  • B.S Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
  • EIT and / or IL PE license is desired.
  • Proficiency in transportation / roadway engineering, including roadway and highway design.
  • Experience with Geopak and other relevant tools.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface with clients and participate in public meetings.

    • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience as a transportation design engineer with a focus on roadway engineering (IDOT and municipal / county clients).
  • Rural and urban drainage design experience is desired.
  • Ability to mentor and develop less experienced engineers.

    • Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $78347.00 - $101504.00 / yr.

    Annual bonus (predictable bonus program), hiring bonus based on level of experience (entry level 2,500) comprehensive insurance benefits, education & professional license reimbursement, 401k & ESOP plans, and individual ownership opportunity

    Workplace Type

    This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

    • The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.