Transportation Project Engineer

Primary focus of this role is on project delivery and executing technical design tasks for various infrastructure improvement projects, including roadway, utility, and/or site design. In this role, the individual is expected to lead the technical aspects for design projects, including plans, specifications, calculations, exhibits, forms, and reports that meet clients’ expectations.

STV leads the engineering design for complex, multi-disciplinary projects that include roadway, utility, structural, rail, electrical, mechanical, and other related elements for a range of clients throughout the Midwest. Our team’s collaborative approach to projects leads to successfully delivering comprehensive and high-quality plans to our clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, or related field
• Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) License or ability to obtain within one (1) year; PE licenses in other states is a plus
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with civil design
• Experience with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois Tollway, City of Chicago, utility agencies, and/or municipalities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microstation, GeoPak, ProjectWise, and OpenRoads
• Good oral and written communication skills

Essential Functions

• Lead the technical tasks associated with Phase 1 and Phase 2 transportation projects
• Provide guidance and mentorship to technical engineering staff across the team
• Execute technical tasks including developing technical reports, plans, specifications, supporting calculations, and client required forms
• Ability to meet with client and associated stakeholders and perform site visits in the field as necessary
• Develop and/or provide guidance on producing technical reports, calculations, memos, and forms related to a specific transportation subject matter (i.e. geometrics, drainage, modeling, permitting, traffic studies, bicycle paths, traffic signals, etc.)
• Coordinate with outside consultants (sub or prime) regarding project specific tasks, schedule, progress and reviews
• Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, including Microstation, GeoPak, and/or OpenRoads, to produce plans, details, alternatives, and exhibits for transportation improvement projects
• Willingness and ability to lead or assist in the development of design templates to streamline plan production and improve quality across the team
• Assist Project Managers and/or Group Leads to plan resources and coordinate internal workshare opportunities
• Attend industry workshops, seminars, trainings, and conferences

Compensation Range:

STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Back-Up Dependent Care • Parental Leave • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.