Civil Project Engineer

Sterling Engineering, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering, Inc. is seeking a mid-to-senior Project Engineer (Civil) to design transportation infrastructure, deliver high-quality plans, specifications and calculations, and support project managers with multidisciplinary collaboration.

The role emphasizes senior technical expertise without direct project management or Engineer of Record responsibilities, with Illinois-focused PE credentials highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Illinois preferred).
• 6+ years of experience in transportation or roadway design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop roadway and transportation design plans per IDOT standards.
• Perform engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and design documentation for project phases.
• Coordinate with project managers, CAD staff, and other discipline engineers.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Coordination

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (Illinois preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description

Project Engineer (Civil)

Position Summary

The Project Engineer is a mid-to-senior level technical role responsible for the design and development of transportation infrastructure projects. This position focuses on delivering high-quality design plans, specifications, and calculations while supporting project managers and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

This role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with strong transportation experience who contributes as a senior technical resource without direct project management or Engineer of Record responsibilities.

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Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop roadway and transportation design plans in accordance with IDOT standards, manuals, and procedures
• Perform engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and design documentation for various project phases (Phase I/II/III as applicable)
• Apply IDOT design criteria including geometric design, drainage, maintenance of traffic, and specifications
• Coordinate with internal team members, including project managers, CAD staff, and other discipline engineers
• Review and check design work prepared by junior engineers and technicians for accuracy and compliance
• Assist in the preparation of project deliverables, reports, and contract documents
• Participate in IDOT coordination meetings and respond to agency comments as needed
• Support project schedules and deliverable deadlines through efficient design production
• Maintain familiarity with current IDOT policies, manuals, and evolving standards

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Illinois preferred)
• 6+ years of experience in transportation or roadway design
• Strong experience with IDOT policies, procedures, and project delivery requirements
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D)
• Solid understanding of roadway design, drainage, and construction documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

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Preferred Skills

• Experience with multiple IDOT project phases
• Familiarity with QA/QC processes
• Ability to mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance
• Effective communication and coordination skills