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. Develop project specifications and quantity estimates, and apply engineering principles to create horizontal/vertical and cross-sectional geometry for roadways and drainage projects. 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. + Create 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 + Experience in transportation and roadway design + B.S Degree in Civil Engineering + EIT and/or IL PE license + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Ability to mentor and develop less experienced engineers Additional Skills & Qualifications + Rural and urban drainage design experience + Experience with IDOT and municipal/county clients + Ability to interface with clients and participate in public meetings Work Environment The position is open as the company continues to grow and has a large backlog of projects. The company offers a flexible work/life balance, making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking stability and professional growth. The company operates on a hybrid schedule with 3 days in person and flexibility for 2 days remote, starting with 5 days in the office for entry-level candidates. The individual will be based in the Chicago office, reporting to the transportation team lead and working under sr staff. The team consists of 5-6 members. The office space is brand new with an open layout, 15 ft. ceilings, a kitchen, and a prime downtown location. Occasional site visits are required, and the individual will work on Phase I and II projects involving state and county roads. 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 21, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.